Airport Project Manager - Live Environments & BIM

Farrans (Construction) Limited; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Generous leave policy

Job summary

Farrans (Construction) Limited is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a complex airport construction and infrastructure project, spanning both airside and landside environments. You will coordinate with airport authorities, airlines, and contractors to ensure compliant, timely delivery while minimising operational disruption.

The role requires a strong aviation operations background, CDM compliance, and leadership of multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in construction/project management.
• Proven experience in live operational environments, preferably aviation or transport infrastructure.
• In-depth knowledge of health & safety, CDM regulations, and airport procedures.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage high-pressure situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with airport authorities or aviation regulatory bodies.
• Airside Pass or eligibility to obtain one.
• Knowledge of local aviation standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of the project in airside and landside environments.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and quality assurance for timely delivery.
• Coordinate with airport authorities, airlines, stakeholders and contractors to minimise disruption.
• Ensure compliance with aviation safety regulations and health & safety standards.
• Oversee procurement, contract negotiation, and management of design consultants and suppliers.
• Prepare progress reports, risk registers, and stakeholder presentations.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, planning, and operations teams across the lifecycle.
• Monitor risks, issues, and change controls.
• Champion sustainability, digital construction tools (e.g., BIM), and innovation.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Risk management

Communication

MS Project/Primavera

Aviation/transport knowledge

CDM regulations

Negotiation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Farrans (Construction) Limited is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a complex airport construction and infrastructure project, spanning both airside and landside environments. You will coordinate with airport authorities, airlines, and contractors to ensure compliant, timely delivery while minimising operational disruption.

The role requires a strong aviation operations background, CDM compliance, and leadership of multidisciplinary teams.