Our client, a leader in the airport infrastructure sector, is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of the Terminal Extension Project within a UK airport environment. This major project aims to expand the main terminal, increasing passenger capacity and enhancing overall operational efficiency at one of the UK's fastest-growing airports.
The project is in the delivery phase, commencing with advanced enabling works. The Project Manager will play a pivotal role in co-ordinating delivery activities, maintaining progress against critical milestones, and ensuring seamless integration with the broader programme and live airport operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage day-to-day delivery of the project construction works, ensuring alignment with programme objectives.
Coordinate contractors and delivery partners working under NEC contracts, ensuring compliance with scope, quality, safety, and commercial requirements.
Monitor progress, proactively identify risks and issues, and drive mitigation and resolution plans.
Support robust commercial management, change control, and contract administration.
Work closely with operations teams to ensure construction activities are safely integrated into a live, passenger-facing environment.
Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, ensuring timely reporting and alignment across the programme.
Lead site-based coordination, inspections, and workshops, with a strong presence on site (minimum three days per week).
Job Requirements:
We are looking for a Project Manager with:
Proven experience delivering major construction or infrastructure projects, ideally within aviation or other live operational environments.
Strong knowledge and practical experience with NEC contract management.
Demonstrable ability to coordinate multiple delivery workstreams and contractors.
Excellent stakeholder management skills, including communications across commercial, engineering, and operational teams.
A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to navigate a fast-paced, complex environment.
Experience managing enabling works and understanding interfaces with operations, logistics, and airport safety procedures (desirable).
If you are an experienced Project Manager looking to further your career with a challenging and rewarding contract role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and dedicated team