Project Manager - Aviation

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Career development

Mentoring

Professional accreditation support

National infrastructure projects

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a growing construction consultancy delivering some of the UK's most complex infrastructure programmes in Birmingham.

You will lead projects from inception through completion across rail, highways, aviation, water, utilities, energy and defence sectors, driving programmes, budgets and governance while coordinating multi‑disciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Recognised project management qualification (APM/PRINCE2/PMP or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience managing multidisciplinary teams on construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience delivering projects within live operational environments.
• Strong understanding of project management across pre-contract and post-contract stages.
• Experience managing projects through full lifecycle from planning to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, delivery plans, budgets and resource plans.
• Provide expert advice to clients on programme, cost, risk and project governance.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and external stakeholders.
• Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.
• Prepare project reports, risk registers and progress updates.
• Monitor project performance and identify opportunities to improve delivery.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with agreed objectives.
• Support effective communication across project teams and client organisations.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote best practice in project management.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Communication

Education

PM certification (APM/PRINCE2/PMP)

Job description

Project Manager - Infrastructure & Complex Construction Projects - Birmingham

About the Opportunity

I'm looking for an experienced Project Manager to join a growing construction consultancy delivering some of the UK's most complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside industry-leading professionals on major projects across sectors including rail, highways, aviation, water, utilities, energy, defence and local authority infrastructure. You'll play a key role in managing projects from inception through to completion while helping clients achieve successful outcomes.

Their collaborative culture encourages innovation, professional development and continuous improvement. They offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements alongside genuine opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and ambitious team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of projects throughout the full project lifecycle.

• Develop and maintain project programmes, delivery plans, budgets and resource plans.

• Provide expert advice to clients on programme, cost, risk and project governance.

• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and external stakeholders.

• Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.

• Prepare project reports, risk registers and progress updates.

• Monitor project performance and identify opportunities to improve delivery.

• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with agreed objectives.

• Support effective communication across project teams and client organisations.

• Drive continuous improvement and promote best practice in project management.

About You

They're looking for someone who combines strong technical project management skills with excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership abilities.

You'll ideally have:

• A recognised Project Management qualification (APM, RICS, PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent), or be working towards one.

• Demonstrable experience managing multidisciplinary teams on construction or infrastructure projects.

• Experience delivering projects within live operational environments.

• Strong understanding of project management across both pre-contract and post-contract stages.

• Experience managing projects through the full lifecycle from planning to completion.

• Previous experience within one or more of the following sectors:

  • Rail

  • Aviation

  • Highways

  • Water

  • Utilities

  • Energy

  • Defence

• Experience working within regulated environments and established governance frameworks.

• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.

• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of delivery.

What They Offer

In return, you'll join a consultancy that values its people and invests in their success. They offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Hybrid and flexible working options.

• Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development.

• Support towards professional accreditation and career progression.

• Opportunities to work on nationally significant infrastructure programmes.

• A collaborative, inclusive and supportive working environment.

• A clear pathway for career growth within a growing consultancy.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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