Project Manager

Red Sky Personnel Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is seeking a Project Manager to oversee a major civil engineering project at Gatwick Airport. The successful candidate will have a robust background in civil engineering, particularly in deep drainage and pipeline works, and must demonstrate strong leadership and project delivery skills in high-security environments. Relevant qualifications such as a Project Management certification and valid CSCS card are required. This position offers the chance to work on significant infrastructure projects within the aviation sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in deep drainage and/or pipeline works.
• Proven track record of delivering projects to tight timelines.
• Previous experience in the aviation sector (airside or landside).
• Experience in high-security operational environments.
• Ability to provide 5 years of continuous referencing for airport security vetting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a significant airside civil engineering project.
• Deliver works to strict timelines in a high-security environment.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Strong civil engineering background

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams

Education

Recognised Project Management qualification (APM, PRINCE2, PMQ or equivalent)

CSCS Manager card

SMSTS certification

Job description

Project Manager Permanent Position

Location: Gatwick Airport (Airside Project)

Recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 contractor Red Sky Personnel

Red Sky Personnel are recruiting for a Project Manager to join a highly respected, long–standing construction contractor delivering a major civil engineering project within Gatwick Airport.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a contractor known for delivering complex infrastructure works across the UK and Ireland. The successful candidate will lead a significant airside civil engineering project, delivering works to strict timelines within a challenging, high–security airport environment.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in civil engineering, ideally with experience in deep drainage, pipeline works, and complex infrastructure delivery. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to manage works efficiently within a live operational airport environment.

Key Requirements

• Strong civil engineering background, with experience in deep drainage and/or pipeline works
• Proven track record delivering civil engineering projects to tight timelines
• Previous experience within the Aviation sector (airside or landside)
• Experience working in high–security or challenging operational environments
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to coordinate and manage multidisciplinary teams
• Must be able to provide 5 years of continuous referencing for airport security vetting

Qualifications & Certifications

• Recognised Project Management qualification (APM, PRINCE2, PMQ or equivalent)
• Valid CSCS Manager card
• SMSTS certification
• First Aid at Work (preferred)
• Ability to obtain an airside pass and pass full background checks
• Full UK driving licence

If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please apply now!