Programme Engineering Director - Major Airport Infrastructure Programme
Location: South East England
Salary: 120,000 - 135,000
Type: Permanent Full-Time
We are recruiting on behalf of a major UK airport for a Programme Engineering Director to lead the design and engineering delivery of a landmark 1bn transformation programme. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the infrastructure of one of the UK's fastest-growing airports.
The Role:
The Programme Engineering Director will serve as the single point of accountability for all engineering and design matters across a multi-year capital programme. This includes terminal expansion, airfield development, baggage systems, IT, and commercial/retail fit-outs. You will lead technical governance, design assurance, standards compliance, and consultant performance management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead end-to-end engineering delivery across all programme workstreams
* Manage design and engineering consultants, including technical advisor appointments
* Oversee technical standards, design compliance, and value engineering
* Support procurement strategy, partner selection, and contract management
* Define performance metrics and support programme governance and reporting
* Lead the engineering derogations process and statutory technical compliance
Candidate Profile:
* Chartered Engineer with a minimum of 15 years' senior-level infrastructure delivery experience
* Extensive background in complex engineering projects (ideally in aviation, transport or regulated environments)
* Proven leadership of multidisciplinary design teams and consultants
* Strong knowledge of technical compliance, safety standards, and CDM regulations
* Excellent stakeholder management, commercial awareness, and communication skills
Why Apply?
This is a career-defining opportunity to lead a critical infrastructure programme, with significant long-term strategic and operational impact. You'll join an executive-level team shaping the future of UK aviation infrastructure. #J-18808-Ljbffr