Project Manager - Aviation

Mace; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace Construct Limited is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead aviation projects at Heathrow, turning plans into safe, well‑managed delivery. You will work with clients, consultants, contractors and teams to keep work moving, manage risks early and ensure projects stay on track from start to finish.

The role requires delivering construction projects with strong stakeholder engagement, budget oversight and a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of project controls.
• Experience managing programmes, budgets and risk registers.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initiation through to completion.
• Support development of project execution plans, programmes and delivery strategies.
• Coordinate designers, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts and cost reporting.
• Track progress against milestones and address issues promptly.
• Identify and escalate project risks and opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budgets & cost control

Programme management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction/Engineering/PM

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

About The Company

At Mace Construct, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We are innovators, trusted partners, construction experts. Founded on a belief that the built environment sector could be more efficient, innovative and responsible. We’ve built a reputation and track record for delivering projects better than ever before: safer, faster and greener. Transforming industries, supporting communities and leaving legacies.

About The Company

At Mace Construct, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We are innovators, trusted partners, construction experts. Founded on a belief that the built environment sector could be more efficient, innovative and responsible. We’ve built a reputation and track record for delivering projects better than ever before: safer, faster and greener. Transforming industries, supporting communities and leaving legacies.

About The Project

Mace Construct has worked at Heathrow for more than 25 years. Over that time, its role has extended across more than 400 live frameworks and projects on a 1,227-hectare campus. Experience at that scale builds more than site knowledge. It develops an understanding of how operational, technical and stakeholder interfaces behave under pressure, and what it takes to deliver change without interrupting the system around it.

Our teams have extensive, first‑hand understanding of delivering airport projects, combining exceptional commitment to safety, smart construction methods and a collaborative, client‑focused approach to ensure success. This approach has cemented long term partnerships.

About The Role

As a project manager, you'll take ownership of aviation projects at Heathrow, helping turn plans into safe, well‑managed delivery. You'll work closely with clients, consultants, contractors and project teams to keep work moving, manage risks early and make sure projects stay on track from start to finish.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing projects from initiation through to completion.
• Supporting the development of project execution plans, programmes and delivery strategies.
• Coordinating designers, consultants, contractors and specialist suppliers.
• Managing project budgets, forecasts and cost reporting.
• Tracking progress against key milestones and taking action where issues arise.
• Identifying, managing and escalating project risks and opportunities.
• Building strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Leading project meetings and maintaining accurate project records.
• Supporting procurement activities and contractor management.
• Managing change control processes and ensuring decisions are documented.
• Monitoring project performance against agreed time, cost and quality objectives.
• Supporting the preparation and delivery of project handover information.
• Promoting safe working practices and ensuring project compliance requirements are met.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience delivering construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of project controls.
• Experience managing project programmes, budgets and risk registers.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A relevant qualification in construction, engineering, project management or a related discipline.
• A valid CSCS card or equivalent certification.

Nice to have

• Experience delivering projects in an aviation environment.
• Professional membership such as APM, CIOB, RICS or ICE.
• Experience working in live operational or highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial management processes.
• Experience managing design coordination and project governance requirements.

You can find more information about our culture, values, and how we reward our people here.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not meet all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

Primary Location

GB-GB-London

Organization

Mace Construct Limited

Schedule

Regular

Job Type

Full-time

Job Posting

27-Oct-2026, 9:10:12 AM