Associate Civil Engineer - Airport Design

RPS Group Plc; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for an Associate Civil Engineer to lead airside infrastructure design projects. The role requires a strong background in airfield design, stakeholder management, and project delivery standards. You will act as the primary contact for airport operators and manage design programmes, while also mentoring junior engineers. If you are passionate about technical excellence and innovation in airport design, this opportunity will allow you to make a lasting impact in the aviation sector.

Qualifications

• Strong background in airfield design and multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Experience in managing design programmes and coordinating across disciplines.
• Highly technical with a focus on UK 139, ICAO, and EASA standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex airside infrastructure projects.
• Act as the primary contact for airport operators and contractors.
• Mentor junior engineers and support business development efforts.

Skills

Airfield design

Stakeholder engagement

Project delivery

Mentoring

Job description

Overview

ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER - AIRPORT DESIGN

Flexible UK Location

Lead the Future of Airside Infrastructure Design

This is a rare opportunity for a technically accomplished and commercially astute civil engineer to take on a leadership role within Tetra Tech RPS's Aviation team. As Associate Civil Engineer, you will lead the delivery of complex airside infrastructure projects, shape client relationships, and mentor the next generation of engineering talent. If you are passionate about technical excellence, stakeholder engagement, and driving innovation in airport design, this is your chance to make a lasting impact and help position Tetra Tech RPS as a trusted partner in the aviation sector.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

We are seeking an experienced civil engineer with a strong background in airfield design and multidisciplinary project delivery. You will take ownership of projects from feasibility through to construction support, ensuring compliance with UK 139, ICAO, and EASA standards. Acting as the primary point of contact for airport operators and contractors, you will manage design programmes, coordinate inputs across disciplines, and deliver high-quality technical outputs. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior engineers and contributing to business development efforts that support the long-term growth of t...