Construction Delivery Director

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in the UK seeks a Construction Delivery Director for a major airport transformation project. The role involves overseeing a £700 million program to enhance airport capacity and experience. Applicants should have over 15 years of experience in complex capital projects and a strong collaborative leadership style. This opportunity offers a chance to significantly impact UK aviation and lead a values-driven team.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in delivering complex capital projects (aviation or major transport infrastructure desirable).
• Proven ability to manage end-to-end programme delivery from design to handover.
• Collaborative leadership style with experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of safety, compliance, risk, and commercial frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the construction, commissioning, and operational integration of a complex infrastructure programme.
• Lead a high-performing internal team and an integrated network of consultants and contractors.
• Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of key workstreams.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and key business stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Professional accreditation (e.g. RICS, APM, CIOB, ICE, RIBA)

Job description

Construction Delivery Director - Major Airport Transformation Programme
Location: South East England
Salary: 120,000 - 135,000
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Lead One of the UK's Most Ambitious Aviation Infrastructure Programmes

A once-in-a-generation investment is underway to transform a major UK airport into a world-class travel hub. We are now seeking an experienced Programme Director to oversee the delivery of a 700 million transformation programme designed to expand passenger capacity and elevate the airport experience. This is a rare opportunity to lead at the very forefront of UK infrastructure development.

The Role:

As Construction Delivery Director, you will take full accountability for delivering the construction, commissioning, and operational integration of a complex and multi-year infrastructure programme. You will:

• Lead a high-performing internal team and an integrated network of consultants and contractors.
  
• Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of key workstreams, including terminal expansion, airfield upgrades, baggage systems, landside access, IT infrastructure and more.
  
• Be responsible for commercial outcomes, risk mitigation, and programme governance.
  
• Collaborate with senior leadership and key business stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
  

Key Stats:

• 700 million capital investment delivered over 3 years
  
• Leadership of a core delivery team plus external consultant and supply chain partners
  
• Management of works contracts valued at over 500 million
  
• Expansion to enable capacity for up to 43 million passengers per year
  

Who We're Looking For:

We're looking for a commercially astute, forward-thinking infrastructure leader with:

• 15+ years' experience in delivering complex capital projects (aviation or major transport infrastructure desirable)
  
• Proven ability to manage end-to-end programme delivery from design to handover
  
• A collaborative leadership style with experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
  
• Strong understanding of safety, compliance, risk, and commercial frameworks
  
• Professional accreditation (e.g. RICS, APM, CIOB, ICE, RIBA)
  

You'll Bring:

• A drive for innovation and continuous improvement
  
• The ability to think strategically and operate at pace
  
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills across multiple business functions and suppliers
  
• A passion for delivering high-quality, sustainable outcomes
  

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to influence and deliver one of the UK's most significant airport infrastructure projects. You will be joining a values-driven leadership team focused on safety, excellence, and transformation.

Ready to Build a Legacy?

Apply now and take your career to new heights by shaping the future of UK aviation.