Project Manager - Automated Baggage Handling Systems

-; West Drayton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent infrastructure management position seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead the development of automated baggage handling systems at London Heathrow Airport. This hands-on role requires full lifecycle project management, strong stakeholder coordination, and compliance with NEC3 Option A contracts. Candidates should have a background in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering, alongside proven project success within complex infrastructure frameworks. The position is site-based, demanding approximately 80% presence at the airport.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing airport infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3 Option A contract management.
• Demonstrated success delivering projects between £5-20 million.

Responsibilities

• Lead automated baggage handling system capital projects.
• Manage the full project lifecycle under NEC3 contracts.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including design and engineering.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Leadership

Risk management

Budget management

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering

PMP/APM certification

Job description

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver complex automated baggage handling system (BHS) capital projects at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). The successful candidate will be responsible for full project lifecycle management - from planning and design coordination to execution, commissioning, and handover - ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in full compliance with NEC3 Option A contractual obligations.

This is a hands‑on site‑based role requiring approximately 80% presence at Heathrow and 20% remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of automated baggage handling system capital projects valued between £5-10 million.
• Manage the full project lifecycle under NEC3 Option A contracts.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including design, engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Serve as the main interface between Wise Technical Ltd, airport and client stakeholders, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Monitor project progress, cost control, risk management, and quality assurance.
• Manage contract administration, early warnings, and compensation events in accordance with NEC3 requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all airport safety, security, and operational protocols.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports to senior management and clients.
• Drive a culture of collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement on site.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience managing automated baggage handling system or other complex airport infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC3 Option A contract management.
• Demonstrated success delivering capital projects between £5-20 million.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and contractors within an operational airport environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets and risks effectively.
• Relevant engineering or project management qualification (e.g., degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering; PMP/APM certification advantageous).