Project Manager (Civils - Airports)

Our client, a leader in the airport infrastructure sector, is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of the Terminal Extension Project within a UK airport environment. This major project aims to expand the main terminal, increasing passenger capacity and enhancing overall operational efficiency at one of the UK''s fastest-growing airports.
The project is in the delivery phase, commencing with advanced enabling works. The Project Manager will play a pivotal role in co-ordinating delivery activities, maintaining progress against critical milestones, and ensuring seamless integration with the broader programme and live airport operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day delivery of the project construction works, ensuring alignment with programme objectives.
• Coordinate contractors and delivery partners working under NEC contracts, ensuring compliance with scope, quality, safety, and commercial requirements.
• Monitor progress, proactively identify risks and issues, and drive mitigation and resolution plans.
• Support robust commercial management, change control, and contract administration.
• Work closely with operations teams to ensure construction activities are safely integrated into a live, passenger-facing environment.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, ensuring timely reporting and alignment across the programme.
• Lead site-based coordination, inspections, and workshops, with a strong presence on site (minimum three days per week).

Job Requirements:

We are looking for a Project Manager with:

• Proven experience delivering major construction or infrastructure projects, ideally within aviation or other live operational environments.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with NEC contract management.
• Demonstrable ability to coordinate multiple delivery workstreams and contractors.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including communications across commercial, engineering, and operational teams.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to navigate a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Experience managing enabling works and understanding interfaces with operations, logistics, and airport safety procedures (desirable).

If you are an experienced Project Manager looking to further your career with a challenging and rewarding contract role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client''s dynamic and dedicated team.

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