Senior Civil Engineer Airfield Infrastructure

Red Sky Personnel Careers; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure contractor in South East England is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with expertise in airfield infrastructure design and delivery. The successful candidate will manage technical responsibilities in a live airport, ensuring compliance and safety. This permanent full-time role offers a chance to be part of a dynamic team committed to innovation and excellence in civil engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in the design and delivery of airfield infrastructure projects.
• Capable of managing operational notifications in a live airport environment.
• Strong background in technical civil engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Take technical responsibility for civil engineering projects.
• Prepare stand modifications and manage operational notifications.
• Coordinate advertisement and approval processes for new works.

Skills

Airfield design experience

Project coordination

Drainage systems knowledge

Technical delivery skills

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer Airfield Infrastructure (Stands & Notifications)

Location : South East England (Major UK Airport)

Employment Type : Permanent, Full-time

Sector : Aviation / Airfield Infrastructure / Civil Engineering

Company Overview

Our client is a leading infrastructure contractor delivering complex civil engineering projects within the aviation sector. With a reputation for technical excellence, they play a key role in maintaining and developing critical airside infrastructure across one of the UKs busiest airports.

Their multidisciplinary teams deliver works in live operational environments, ensuring safety, compliance, and minimal disruption to ongoing airport operations. This is an opportunity to join a respected organisation that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with experience in the design, coordination, and delivery of airfield or infrastructure projects, particularly relating to aircraft stands, pavement works, and drainage systems.

The successful candidate will take technical responsibility for the design and delivery of civil engineering works within a live airport environment, including preparing stand modifications, managing operational notifications, and coordinating the advertisement and approval process for new works.

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