Senior Projects Manager

Newcastle International Airport Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Preferential parking - Park & Fly

Generous annual leave

Free on-site parking

Car servicing and repairs

World Duty Free access

Westfield Cash Plan

Westfield Rewards

On-site occupational health support

On-site physiotherapist

Employee assistance programme

Employee discounts at airport retail &

On-site gym

Job summary

Newcastle International Airport Ltd is seeking a Senior Projects Manager to lead the Airport's infrastructure development and capital investment programme. You will oversee planning, development, procurement and delivery of major projects, ensuring safety, timeliness and budget compliance while shaping strategic direction and stakeholder engagement for sustained growth.

You will drive continuous improvement, lead multidisciplinary teams, and balance operational priorities with long-term

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex infrastructure in a regulated environment.
• Leadership of large-scale capital/infrastructure projects.
• Strong governance, risk and stakeholder management.
• Leading multidisciplinary teams to delivery.
• Excellent commercial and financial management capabilities.
• Clear communication with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Airport's infrastructure development and capital investment programme.
• Oversee planning, development, procurement and delivery of major projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Shape future infrastructure strategy and stakeholder relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement across project delivery.

Skills

Capital investment programmes

Governance

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Commercial management

Health and safety

CDM regulations

Sustainability

Strategic thinking

Communication

Job description

Are you ready to lead the projects that will define the future of our growing airport?

About Your Airport

Newcastle International Airport is a multi-award-winning airport that proudly connects the North East to the world. In 2025, the Airport was recognised as Best Airport in Europe in the 2 to 5 million passenger category at the ASQ Awards, reflecting its commitment to exceptional customer service.

As one of the region's most important transport hubs, the Airport is investing in its future through ambitious infrastructure development, sustainability initiatives and long-term growth plans. Committed to achieving Net Zero Carbon status by 2035, Newcastle International Airport is recognised as a sustainability sector leader, operating its own solar farm, investing in fleet electrification and enhancing biodiversity through significant tree planting programmes.

This is an exciting time to join a business that is shaping the future of aviation in the North East.

The role

We're looking for an ambitious and experienced Senior Projects Manager to lead the Airport's infrastructure development and capital investment programme.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects that will directly influence operational resilience, passenger experience, commercial growth and sustainability across the Airport estate. Working as a key member of the leadership team, you will provide strategic direction and leadership for the Projects Department, overseeing the planning, development, procurement and delivery of major infrastructure and capital projects.

From leading investment decisions and business case development through to construction, delivery and handover, you'll ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget while supporting the Airport's long-term ambitions.

You will also play a key role in shaping future infrastructure strategy, building strong relationships with stakeholders, regulators, consultants and contractors, and driving continuous improvement across project delivery.

If you're looking for a role where you can leave a lasting legacy and help shape the future of a thriving regional airport, we'd love to hear from you.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a strategic and inspirational leader with a proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure, construction or capital investment programmes within a highly regulated environment.

You will bring:

• Significant experience leading large-scale capital or infrastructure projects from concept through to completion.
• Strong project governance, risk management and stakeholder management expertise.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent commercial, contractual and financial management capability.
• The credibility and communication skills to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• A strong understanding of health and safety legislation, CDM regulations and project delivery best practice.
• The ability to balance operational priorities with long-term strategic objectives.
• A passion for innovation, sustainability and continuous improvement.
• The drive to deliver projects that create lasting value for customers, colleagues and the wider business.

Why come onboard?

Newcastle International Airport offers a unique career opportunity where your work will have a visible impact on the future success of the Airport and the region it serves.

You’ll join a collaborative and ambitious organisation that is investing in its infrastructure, its people and its future. This is an opportunity to lead high-profile projects, influence strategic decisions and contribute to a business with clear sustainability and growth ambitions.

Just some of the benefits you can enjoy:

• Preferential parking rates – Park & Fly
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Free on-site car parking whilst at work
• Car servicing and repairs
• Access to World Duty Free
• Westfield Cash Plan
• Westfield Rewards
• On-site occupational health support
• On-site physiotherapist
• Employee assistance programme support
• Employee discounts at airport retail and catering outlets
• Membership to our on-site gym

This post requires access through the Critical Part at the Airport and therefore in line with Department for Transport regulations; you will be required to demonstrate during the recruitment process that you have no relevant criminal record.

Newcastle International Airport Limited promotes the equality of opportunity.

Being part of the Disability Confident Commitment means that we want to ensure all our organisational policies and processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone. This includes our recruitment strategies, and we welcome applications from all prospective candidates.