Associate Director Civil Engineering Aviation

Tetra Tech; Danbury; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech Aviation seeks an Associate Director Civil Engineering with a proven airfield design background to lead complex projects and mentor engineers.

You will own feasibility through construction, ensuring compliance with UK 139, ICAO and EASA standards, while building strong client relationships across regional airports. This is a leadership role with opportunities for growth and influence within a growing aviation team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading airside infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK 139, ICAO, EASA standards.
• Mentoring junior engineers and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of airside infrastructure projects from feasibility through construction.
• Coordinate inputs across disciplines and manage design programmes.
• Develop client relationships and mentor engineers.

Job description

Associate Director Civil Engineering Aviation

This is a rare opportunity for a technically accomplished and commercially astute civil engineer to take on a leadership role within Tetra Tech Aviation team. As Associate Director, 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 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 the aviation team.

You will be joining a dynamic and client-focused team with a growing portfolio of work across regional and defence airports, including Leeds Bradford, Alderney, Norwich, Bournemouth, Guernsey, and BAE Warton. With a strong pipeline of opportunities and a collaborative operating model, this role offers significant scope for leadership, influence, and career progression.