Senior Airport Planner

AtkinsRéalis; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

At AtkinsRéalis, a leading company in airport planning, we are looking for a Senior Airport Planner to help shape the future of airports globally. The role demands expertise in master planning, project coordination, and working in a diverse, inclusive environment focused on creativity and innovation. You will have the chance to engage in exciting projects worldwide while contributing to a mission of engineering a better future for people and the planet.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support for work-life balance

Options for reduced weeks and extra leave

Support for those returning from career breaks

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years of airport planning experience preferred, but candidates with varied backgrounds encouraged.
• Experience in airport masterplanning and design.
• Professional membership in relevant associations useful.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to airport masterplanning projects.
• Coordinate and deliver solutions on time and within budget.
• Develop cutting-edge tools for industry advancement.

Skills

Accountability

Client relationship development

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant first degree

Transport-related postgraduate qualification

Job description

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Shape the Future of our Airports

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting airport projects? How about joining our talented Airport Planning Team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

Bring your skills to the mix as a Senior Airport Planner, where you'll play a vital role in helping to deliver our projects in the UK, Ireland, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, USA, Canada, and Australia. Our activities include consulting advice on brand new large-scale airport masterplans, airport capacity planning for short to medium-term growth, and providing airport advisory services. We are also industry leaders within the Urban Air Mobility Sector and involved in delivering masterplanning expertise in the development of Vertiports.

We're big on expertise but not on hierarchy. We are looking for a candidate with 5 years of airport planning experience; however, if this does not quite match yours, we would still be interested to hear from you. Demonstrate your experience to us so we can find the best role within our team that matches your skills and aspirations. Our established team of passionate industry experts aims to provide an environment offering opportunities for your development and growth, as well as support in shaping your career ambitions.

Your Purpose

• Contribute to airport masterplanning projects with the ability to lead specific studies on airfield layout, passenger terminal, and surface access planning.
• Coordinate and deliver solutions on time and within budget.
• Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver airport planning and design expertise.
• Help develop cutting-edge industry tools to stay ahead of competitors.

What you can bring

• A relevant first degree or equivalent qualification, preferably with a transport-related postgraduate qualification and professional membership.
• A high sense of accountability with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and a drive to deliver high-quality work.
• Enthusiasm and passion for coordinating, supervising, and delivering airport planning and capacity solutions across various airport facilities.
• Experience in developing client relationships and work-winning activities.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We support flexible and remote working, understanding different priorities. We’re ranked as one of LinkedIn’s Top 25 Companies and a Times Top 50 employer for women. We support work-life balance, including options for reduced weeks, extra leave, and support for those returning from career breaks.

We’re committed to engineering a better future for our people and planet, leading on global Net-Zero programs and creating social value through community housing initiatives.

What we offer?

We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs, emphasizing diversity and work-life balance. Our policies include flexible hours, no fixed 9-5 schedule, and options for remote work.

Additional Information

This role may require security clearance, which depends on UKSV vetting processes. Applicants should not mention security clearance details in their applications.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community, supporting staff from various backgrounds with family-friendly policies, flexible arrangements, and employee networks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer valuing applications from all backgrounds.