Projects Associate/Lead

Skyports Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering transportation firm in London is seeking a Project Manager to oversee multiple projects in the Advanced Air Mobility sector. The role involves coordinating stakeholders, building project plans, and enhancing operational processes. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background and experience in a technical business environment. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, diverse responsibilities, and a chance to work in an innovative industry with flexible arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Dynamic team culture

Qualifications

• University graduate with outstanding academic track record and experience managing projects.
• 1-4 years in project management or consulting in a technical setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution of several Skyports projects.
• Track work packages and coordinate stakeholders.
• Build and maintain collaborative project plans.
• Support financial tracking and reporting processes.
• Prepare grant-funding and tender applications.

Skills

Project management

Commercial acumen

Adaptability

Technical environment experience

Education

University degree with strong academic record

Job description

Location: London – Travelling required
Department: Drone Services
Type: Full time/Permanent

About Us:

Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting‑edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and leveraging drone technology to transform business operations across industries.

Our business is split into two key areas:

• Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services.
• Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world.

With our presence in this dynamic, high‑growth industry, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our mission to reshape the future of air mobility.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the execution of several Skyports projects. This includes, but would not be limited to:

• Tracking work packages and coordinating various internal and external stakeholders
• Building and maintaining collaborative project plans
• Supporting with a range of project tasks, from financial and reporting admin, to deploying with operational teams
• Executing on projects, including report writing, developing lessons learned to constantly improve, and analysing overall performance against KPIs

There will also be scope to support general business efforts, including,

• Preparation of grant‑funding and tender applications and business development materials
• Supporting operations and deployments
• Improving our financial tracking and reporting processes
• Monitoring industry developments and identifying new opportunities

Requirements

• You are a university graduate with an outstanding academic track record, experience shaping/managing projects and demonstrable commercial acumen
• You have experience working in a technical business environment

OR

• You have between 1‑4 years of experience in project management, business development, strategy or consulting roles, preferably in a technical setting
• Experience working in emerging and ambiguous project management environments
• Experience working on complex, rapidly developing projects with multiple stakeholders

About You:

• Self-starter with strategic mindset
• Commercially driven and goal oriented
• Adaptable to fast-changing, ambiguous environments
• Eager to learn, improve, and challenge the status quo
• Able to manage competing deadlines effectively

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in an innovative and growing industry.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about the future of aviation and keen to be part of a pioneering company that is changing the future of transportation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you’re a great fit for this role.

Skyports is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.