Project Manager - Airfield Works

Carmichael UK; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support pre-construction and delivery of airfield infrastructure works across multiple UK airports. The role covers planning, scheduling, tendering support and on-site delivery, with a focus on surfacing and pavement maintenance, AGL repairs and related works.

The ideal candidate will bring senior project management experience in infrastructure or civil engineering, with airfield experience, strong leadership and a willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Agent or Project Manager within infrastructure or civil engineering.
• Experience delivering works within airfield or airport environments.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel across multiple airport locations.
• Full UK Driving Licence, CSCS (Black preferred), SMSTS, ability to obtain airside pass.

Responsibilities

• Supporting tendering activity across AGS and Stansted frameworks
• Assisting the Design Manager with technical submissions
• Working with planners on methodology and scheduling
• Reviewing subcontractor quotations alongside estimators to ensure alignment with scope
• Leading and coordinating delivery of airfield maintenance works, including surfacing, pavement and AGL repairs on taxiways and runways
• Managing delivery of resurfacing and pavement (PQ) projects and standalone packages
• Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, and support functions (commercial, planning, delivery)
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme and client requirements
• Supporting night and weekend operations where required for live airfield works

Skills

Project leadership

Airfield/airport delivery

Planning & coordination

Team communication

Travel flexibility

Job description

CarmichaelUK is working with a leading contractor delivering works across a UK wide Airport Framework, and is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support both pre‑construction and delivery of airfield infrastructure works across multiple UK airport locations.

This role would suit a driven Project Manager with strong experience in airfield, surfacing, and infrastructure projects, who is comfortable working in both planning and delivery environments.

You will play a key role across both pre‑construction and live delivery phases, supporting the successful execution of airfield maintenance and infrastructure programmes.

Pre-Construction Responsibilities

• Supporting tendering activity across AGS and Stansted frameworks
• Assisting the Design Manager with technical submissions
• Working with planners on methodology and scheduling
• Reviewing subcontractor quotations alongside estimators to ensure alignment with scope

Delivery Responsibilities

• Leading and coordinating delivery of airfield maintenance works, including surfacing, pavement and AGL repairs on taxiways and runways
• Managing delivery of resurfacing and pavement (PQ) projects and standalone packages
• Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, and support functions (commercial, planning, delivery)
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme and client requirements
• Supporting night and weekend operations where required for live airfield works

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Agent or Project Manager within infrastructure or civil engineering
• Experience delivering works within airfield or airport environments
• Strong understanding of surfacing, pavements, infrastructure and maintenance works
• Ability to work across both pre‑construction and delivery phases
• Flexible and adaptable, with willingness to travel across multiple airport locations
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills

Essential Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence
• CSCS (Black preferred)
• SMSTS
• Ability to obtain airside pass

Desirable Experience / Certifications

• Airfield or aviation civils experience
• Surfacing and pavement (PQ) experience
• Pre‑construction / tendering experience
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
• Lifting Appointed Person

What’s on Offer

• Permanent role within a secure airport framework environment
• Opportunity to work across multiple UK airport locations
• Exposure to large‑scale, technically complex airfield projects
• Strong pipeline of work with long‑term career development