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London Gatwick offers an exciting opportunity for a Programme Construction Manager to join our dynamic team at the world's most efficient single-runway airport. Be part of shaping our future by supporting the delivery of a substantial investment plan to develop and enhance our airport infrastructure and facilities.

The Programme Construction Manager will play a pivotal role in London Gatwick's future, assisting the Programme Manager in overseeing construction activities on multiple major projects within a defined programme of works—all within a live operational environment with values over £50m

What are we looking for

• Lead Construction Management: Oversee construction management across all projects within the assigned Programme.
• Team Development: Lead the development of the assigned Construction Management team, setting standards, managing, motivating, coaching, and mentoring staff. Recognise talent and assist in the development of high-potential individuals.
• Safety Engagement: Coordinate and deliver regular safety engagement activities (including safety tours, safety surveillance inspections, and safety performance reporting) to foster a culture of world-class health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Contractor Review and Compliance: Support reviews of contractor Construction, Design & Management (CDM) and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) submittals, and monitor compliance against accepted plans.
• Quality and Commissioning: Review contractor Quality and Commissioning submittals, ensuring compliance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Daily Reports.
• Work Inspections: Inspect work to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, GAL standards, and statutory regulations. Collaborate with the Design Management Team to produce engineering solutions for site-based queries.
• Contractor Onboarding: Support contractor onboarding, including security introductions, logistics planning, and interface management. Facilitate contractor mobilisation and work scope while balancing operational disruption and project cost.

• Education: Degree or equivalent qualification in construction management or an engineering-related discipline. Chartered Membership of a recognised Engineering Institution is highly desirable.
• Experience: At least ten years of experience as a Construction Manager/Senior Field Engineer or equivalent on complex multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects or multi-year engineering programmes, typically valued over £50m. 
• Project Management: Experience managing multiple, concurrent projects with interfacing tasks is highly desirable.
• Construction Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of construction execution, techniques, methodology, and constructability issues related to complex infrastructure or asset improvement projects.
• Quality Management: Experience in quality management for multi-discipline infrastructure or asset improvement projects.
• Health and Safety: Excellent understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental issues in the construction industry, with experience addressing these issues highly desirable.
• Project Close-Out: Knowledge of controlling and managing project close-out and handover processes, including understanding Building Control requirements.

• Operational Environment: Experience managing construction projects in a live operational environment, including coordinating with multiple stakeholders and negotiating access and possession windows, is highly desirable.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrated success in construction problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• Contract Knowledge: Familiarity with the NEC suite of contracts is highly desirable. Experience in preparing Project Manager Instructions and responding to Contractor Claims is also highly desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits

Our employees tell us that working here is something special and no day is like another; Where our teams do something every day other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Discounted rail travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.

To find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our dedicated construction careers site Construction Careers | London Gatwick Airport

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Click apply to start your career with London Gatwick 

London Gatwick offers an exciting opportunity for a Programme Construction Manager to join our dynamic team at the world's most efficient single-runway airport. Be part of shaping our future by supporting the delivery of a substantial investment plan to develop and enhance our airport infrastructure and facilities.

The Programme Construction Manager will play a pivotal role in London Gatwick's future, assisting the Programme Manager in overseeing construction activities on multiple major projects within a defined programme of works—all within a live operational environment with values over £50m

What are we looking for

• Lead Construction Management: Oversee construction management across all projects within the assigned Programme.
• Team Development: Lead the development of the assigned Construction Management team, setting standards, managing, motivating, coaching, and mentoring staff. Recognise talent and assist in the development of high-potential individuals.
• Safety Engagement: Coordinate and deliver regular safety engagement activities (including safety tours, safety surveillance inspections, and safety performance reporting) to foster a culture of world-class health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Contractor Review and Compliance: Support reviews of contractor Construction, Design & Management (CDM) and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) submittals, and monitor compliance against accepted plans.
• Quality and Commissioning: Review contractor Quality and Commissioning submittals, ensuring compliance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Daily Reports.
• Work Inspections: Inspect work to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, GAL standards, and statutory regulations. Collaborate with the Design Management Team to produce engineering solutions for site-based queries.
• Contractor Onboarding: Support contractor onboarding, including security introductions, logistics planning, and interface management. Facilitate contractor mobilisation and work scope while balancing operational disruption and project cost.

• Education: Degree or equivalent qualification in construction management or an engineering-related discipline. Chartered Membership of a recognised Engineering Institution is highly desirable.
• Experience: At least ten years of experience as a Construction Manager/Senior Field Engineer or equivalent on complex multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects or multi-year engineering programmes, typically valued over £50m. 
• Project Management: Experience managing multiple, concurrent projects with interfacing tasks is highly desirable.
• Construction Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of construction execution, techniques, methodology, and constructability issues related to complex infrastructure or asset improvement projects.
• Quality Management: Experience in quality management for multi-discipline infrastructure or asset improvement projects.
• Health and Safety: Excellent understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental issues in the construction industry, with experience addressing these issues highly desirable.
• Project Close-Out: Knowledge of controlling and managing project close-out and handover processes, including understanding Building Control requirements.

• Operational Environment: Experience managing construction projects in a live operational environment, including coordinating with multiple stakeholders and negotiating access and possession windows, is highly desirable.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrated success in construction problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• Contract Knowledge: Familiarity with the NEC suite of contracts is highly desirable. Experience in preparing Project Manager Instructions and responding to Contractor Claims is also highly desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits

Our employees tell us that working here is something special and no day is like another; Where our teams do something every day other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Discounted rail travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.

To find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our dedicated construction careers site Construction Careers | London Gatwick Airport

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Click apply to start your career with London Gatwick 

London Gatwick offers an exciting opportunity for a Programme Construction Manager to join our dynamic team at the world's most efficient single-runway airport. Be part of shaping our future by supporting the delivery of a substantial investment plan to develop and enhance our airport infrastructure and facilities.

The Programme Construction Manager will play a pivotal role in London Gatwick's future, assisting the Programme Manager in overseeing construction activities on multiple major projects within a defined programme of works—all within a live operational environment with values over £50m

What are we looking for

• Lead Construction Management: Oversee construction management across all projects within the assigned Programme.
• Team Development: Lead the development of the assigned Construction Management team, setting standards, managing, motivating, coaching, and mentoring staff. Recognise talent and assist in the development of high-potential individuals.
• Safety Engagement: Coordinate and deliver regular safety engagement activities (including safety tours, safety surveillance inspections, and safety performance reporting) to foster a culture of world-class health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Contractor Review and Compliance: Support reviews of contractor Construction, Design & Management (CDM) and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) submittals, and monitor compliance against accepted plans.
• Quality and Commissioning: Review contractor Quality and Commissioning submittals, ensuring compliance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Daily Reports.
• Work Inspections: Inspect work to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, GAL standards, and statutory regulations. Collaborate with the Design Management Team to produce engineering solutions for site-based queries.
• Contractor Onboarding: Support contractor onboarding, including security introductions, logistics planning, and interface management. Facilitate contractor mobilisation and work scope while balancing operational disruption and project cost.

• Education: Degree or equivalent qualification in construction management or an engineering-related discipline. Chartered Membership of a recognised Engineering Institution is highly desirable.
• Experience: At least ten years of experience as a Construction Manager/Senior Field Engineer or equivalent on complex multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects or multi-year engineering programmes, typically valued over £50m. 
• Project Management: Experience managing multiple, concurrent projects with interfacing tasks is highly desirable.
• Construction Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of construction execution, techniques, methodology, and constructability issues related to complex infrastructure or asset improvement projects.
• Quality Management: Experience in quality management for multi-discipline infrastructure or asset improvement projects.
• Health and Safety: Excellent understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental issues in the construction industry, with experience addressing these issues highly desirable.
• Project Close-Out: Knowledge of controlling and managing project close-out and handover processes, including understanding Building Control requirements.

• Operational Environment: Experience managing construction projects in a live operational environment, including coordinating with multiple stakeholders and negotiating access and possession windows, is highly desirable.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrated success in construction problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• Contract Knowledge: Familiarity with the NEC suite of contracts is highly desirable. Experience in preparing Project Manager Instructions and responding to Contractor Claims is also highly desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits

Our employees tell us that working here is something special and no day is like another; Where our teams do something every day other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Discounted rail travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.

To find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our dedicated construction careers site Construction Careers | London Gatwick Airport

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Click apply to start your career with London Gatwick 

London Gatwick offers an exciting opportunity for a Programme Construction Manager to join our dynamic team at the world's most efficient single-runway airport. Be part of shaping our future by supporting the delivery of a substantial investment plan to develop and enhance our airport infrastructure and facilities.

The Programme Construction Manager will play a pivotal role in London Gatwick's future, assisting the Programme Manager in overseeing construction activities on multiple major projects within a defined programme of works—all within a live operational environment with values over £50m

What are we looking for

• Lead Construction Management: Oversee construction management across all projects within the assigned Programme.
• Team Development: Lead the development of the assigned Construction Management team, setting standards, managing, motivating, coaching, and mentoring staff. Recognise talent and assist in the development of high-potential individuals.
• Safety Engagement: Coordinate and deliver regular safety engagement activities (including safety tours, safety surveillance inspections, and safety performance reporting) to foster a culture of world-class health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Contractor Review and Compliance: Support reviews of contractor Construction, Design & Management (CDM) and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) submittals, and monitor compliance against accepted plans.
• Quality and Commissioning: Review contractor Quality and Commissioning submittals, ensuring compliance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Daily Reports.
• Work Inspections: Inspect work to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, GAL standards, and statutory regulations. Collaborate with the Design Management Team to produce engineering solutions for site-based queries.
• Contractor Onboarding: Support contractor onboarding, including security introductions, logistics planning, and interface management. Facilitate contractor mobilisation and work scope while balancing operational disruption and project cost.

• Education: Degree or equivalent qualification in construction management or an engineering-related discipline. Chartered Membership of a recognised Engineering Institution is highly desirable.
• Experience: At least ten years of experience as a Construction Manager/Senior Field Engineer or equivalent on complex multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects or multi-year engineering programmes, typically valued over £50m. 
• Project Management: Experience managing multiple, concurrent projects with interfacing tasks is highly desirable.
• Construction Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of construction execution, techniques, methodology, and constructability issues related to complex infrastructure or asset improvement projects.
• Quality Management: Experience in quality management for multi-discipline infrastructure or asset improvement projects.
• Health and Safety: Excellent understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental issues in the construction industry, with experience addressing these issues highly desirable.
• Project Close-Out: Knowledge of controlling and managing project close-out and handover processes, including understanding Building Control requirements.

• Operational Environment: Experience managing construction projects in a live operational environment, including coordinating with multiple stakeholders and negotiating access and possession windows, is highly desirable.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrated success in construction problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• Contract Knowledge: Familiarity with the NEC suite of contracts is highly desirable. Experience in preparing Project Manager Instructions and responding to Contractor Claims is also highly desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits

Our employees tell us that working here is something special and no day is like another; Where our teams do something every day other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Discounted rail travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.

To find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our dedicated construction careers site Construction Careers | London Gatwick Airport

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Click apply to start your career with London Gatwick 

London Gatwick is on a transformative journey to achieve Net Zero by 2030, and we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager (Sustainability) to deliver critical initiatives that align with Gatwick's Net Zero objectives. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving sustainable innovation and help shape the future of the UK's second largest airport.

Taking a lead in the Sustainability team, as the Senior Project Manager, you will lead the planning and execution of strategically significant sustainability projects within a live operational environment. With exceptional leadership and influencing skills, you will champion a people-centric approach, building trust and engagement across teams and stakeholders, demonstrating a strong commitment to health and safety, whilst ensuring the highest standards are met throughout the projects.

If you are a forward-thinking leader ready to tackle complex challenges, deliver real impact, and inspire teams in one of the world's most efficient single runway airports, we want to hear from you.

The role

Reporting directly to the Programme Manager and working in a leadership role supporting a dedicated team of 20+ professionals, you will take ownership of the technical, commercial, and financial management of large projects or sub-programmes, ensuring successful delivery against project and business goals. With a mechanical, electrical, or building services bias, you will be the subject matter expert with an ability to balance attention to detail with strong leadership qualities, driving outcomes and inspiring your team.

Other duties include:

• Taking ownership of the identification and mitigation of risks that may adversely impact project delivery or adversely affect airport operations through the project/programme lifecycle.
• Overseeing the successful handover of assigned projects to Operations and/or Commercial Departments, including ensuring all requisite Airport Operational Readiness planning and activities are in place.
• Developing, motivating, and coaching staff within the project team, recognising talent and assisting the development of those with high potential.
• Ensuring compliance with all processes, legal and statutory obligations applicable to this role, including all standards and code compliance, and required planning permissions.
• Identifying lessons learnt across all projects and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
• Developing and maintaining a culture of world class health, safety, and environmental standards across the projects, delivering the highest levels of health, safety and environmental performance achievable.

What are we looking for? 

The live environment at Gatwick requires all our teams to have a flexible and adaptable approach, with exceptional problem solving skills and an ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

As well as an in-depth knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental regulations within the Construction industry, this role requires:

• A Degree or equivalent in programme management, engineering, or a construction related field
• Experience as a senior project manager or project manager on large, multi-year MEPH (mechanical, electrical, plumbing and heating) projects, with a value typically in excess of £20m
• Experience leading and developing teams
• Experience leading infrastructure projects in a live operational environment
• Working knowledge and understanding of contract administration and negotiations

Benefits

Our employees tell us that working here is something special and no day is like another; Where our teams do something everyday other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Discounted travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.

To find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our dedicated construction careers site Construction Careers | London Gatwick Airport

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Click apply to start your career with London Gatwick 

London Gatwick is on a journey of transformation—and we're looking for a Lead Design Manager to help shape the infrastructure of one of the UK's busiest and most innovative airports. This is a rare opportunity to take a pivotal role in leading the design management function across Gatwick's Capital Investment Programme, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective, and forward-thinking engineering solutions.

What is the role?

• Lead and oversee all design management activities across Gatwick's construction projects.
• Set and embed design management procedures that drive consistency, clarity, and quality across the project lifecycle.
• Lead and mentor a team of design specialists, fostering a high-performance culture and identifying future talent.
• Assure key project stages, validating technical proposals and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Monitor and evaluate external design consultants to drive continuous improvement in delivery quality and efficiency.
• Ensure all designs meet cost benchmarks and challenge conventional approaches where innovation can add value.
• Champion industry best practice to streamline processes and minimise rework.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental excellence in all design related activities, including the fulfilment of Principal Designer duties.
• Manage the graduate engineering programme and maintain engagement with professional institutions.
• Support safety tours, inspections, and reporting across capital programmes.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across design processes.

What are we looking for?

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in engineering, construction, or a related field.
• Chartered status with a recognised engineering institution (highly desirable).
• A strong background in engineering design or design management within complex infrastructure programmes (typically of £50m+ value).
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams and oversight of external design consultants.
• Strong grasp of design risk management; IOSH-accredited Principal Designer certification is advantageous.
• Demonstrable knowledge of quality management, capital project delivery, and business process optimisation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Project management qualifications (e.g. APMP, Prince2 Practitioner) are a plus.
• Previous experience in operational environments (such as aviation) is desirable.
• A track record of delivering results in high-pressure, fast-paced settings.

What do I get?

Our employees tell us that working here is something special, and no day is like another, where our teams do something every day that other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary, our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Professional subscriptions
• Discounted travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

Our people are our biggest asset. We want people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. We aim to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.

To find out more about what it's like to work at Gatwick, visit our careers site Careers | Grow your career with Gatwick Airport LGW

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process, please contact us directly.

Click apply to start your career with Gatwick.

London Gatwick is on a journey of transformation—and we're looking for a Lead Design Manager to help shape the infrastructure of one of the UK's busiest and most innovative airports. This is a rare opportunity to take a pivotal role in leading the design management function across Gatwick's Capital Investment Programme, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective, and forward-thinking engineering solutions.

What is the role?

• Lead and oversee all design management activities across Gatwick's construction projects.
• Set and embed design management procedures that drive consistency, clarity, and quality across the project lifecycle.
• Lead and mentor a team of design specialists, fostering a high-performance culture and identifying future talent.
• Assure key project stages, validating technical proposals and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Monitor and evaluate external design consultants to drive continuous improvement in delivery quality and efficiency.
• Ensure all designs meet cost benchmarks and challenge conventional approaches where innovation can add value.
• Champion industry best practice to streamline processes and minimise rework.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental excellence in all design related activities, including the fulfilment of Principal Designer duties.
• Manage the graduate engineering programme and maintain engagement with professional institutions.
• Support safety tours, inspections, and reporting across capital programmes.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across design processes.

What are we looking for?

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in engineering, construction, or a related field.
• Chartered status with a recognised engineering institution (highly desirable).
• A strong background in engineering design or design management within complex infrastructure programmes (typically of £50m+ value).
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams and oversight of external design consultants.
• Strong grasp of design risk management; IOSH-accredited Principal Designer certification is advantageous.
• Demonstrable knowledge of quality management, capital project delivery, and business process optimisation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Project management qualifications (e.g. APMP, Prince2 Practitioner) are a plus.
• Previous experience in operational environments (such as aviation) is desirable.
• A track record of delivering results in high-pressure, fast-paced settings.

What do I get?

Our employees tell us that working here is something special, and no day is like another, where our teams do something every day that other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary, our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Professional subscriptions
• Discounted travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

Our people are our biggest asset. We want people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. We aim to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.

To find out more about what it's like to work at Gatwick, visit our careers site Careers | Grow your career with Gatwick Airport LGW

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process, please contact us directly.

Click apply to start your career with Gatwick.

London Gatwick is on a transformative journey to achieve Net Zero by 2030, and we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager (Sustainability) to deliver critical initiatives that align with Gatwick's Net Zero objectives. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving sustainable innovation and help shape the future of the UK's second largest airport.

Taking a lead in the Sustainability team, as the Senior Project Manager, you will lead the planning and execution of strategically significant sustainability projects within a live operational environment. With exceptional leadership and influencing skills, you will champion a people-centric approach, building trust and engagement across teams and stakeholders, demonstrating a strong commitment to health and safety, whilst ensuring the highest standards are met throughout the projects.

If you are a forward-thinking leader ready to tackle complex challenges, deliver real impact, and inspire teams in one of the world's most efficient single runway airports, we want to hear from you.

The role

Reporting directly to the Programme Manager and working in a leadership role supporting a dedicated team of 20+ professionals, you will take ownership of the technical, commercial, and financial management of large projects or sub-programmes, ensuring successful delivery against project and business goals. With a mechanical, electrical, or building services bias, you will be the subject matter expert with an ability to balance attention to detail with strong leadership qualities, driving outcomes and inspiring your team.

Other duties include:

• Taking ownership of the identification and mitigation of risks that may adversely impact project delivery or adversely affect airport operations through the project/programme lifecycle.
• Overseeing the successful handover of assigned projects to Operations and/or Commercial Departments, including ensuring all requisite Airport Operational Readiness planning and activities are in place.
• Developing, motivating, and coaching staff within the project team, recognising talent and assisting the development of those with high potential.
• Ensuring compliance with all processes, legal and statutory obligations applicable to this role, including all standards and code compliance, and required planning permissions.
• Identifying lessons learnt across all projects and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
• Developing and maintaining a culture of world class health, safety, and environmental standards across the projects, delivering the highest levels of health, safety and environmental performance achievable.

What are we looking for? 

The live environment at Gatwick requires all our teams to have a flexible and adaptable approach, with exceptional problem solving skills and an ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

As well as an in-depth knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental regulations within the Construction industry, this role requires:

• A Degree or equivalent in programme management, engineering, or a construction related field
• Experience as a senior project manager or project manager on large, multi-year MEPH (mechanical, electrical, plumbing and heating) projects, with a value typically in excess of £20m
• Experience leading and developing teams
• Experience leading infrastructure projects in a live operational environment
• Working knowledge and understanding of contract administration and negotiations

Benefits

Our employees tell us that working here is something special and no day is like another; Where our teams do something everyday other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Discounted travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.

To find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our dedicated construction careers site Construction Careers | London Gatwick Airport

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Click apply to start your career with London Gatwick 

London Gatwick is on a journey of transformation—and we're looking for a Lead Design Manager to help shape the infrastructure of one of the UK's busiest and most innovative airports. This is a rare opportunity to take a pivotal role in leading the design management function across Gatwick's Capital Investment Programme, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective, and forward-thinking engineering solutions.

What is the role?

• Lead and oversee all design management activities across Gatwick's construction projects.
• Set and embed design management procedures that drive consistency, clarity, and quality across the project lifecycle.
• Lead and mentor a team of design specialists, fostering a high-performance culture and identifying future talent.
• Assure key project stages, validating technical proposals and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Monitor and evaluate external design consultants to drive continuous improvement in delivery quality and efficiency.
• Ensure all designs meet cost benchmarks and challenge conventional approaches where innovation can add value.
• Champion industry best practice to streamline processes and minimise rework.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental excellence in all design related activities, including the fulfilment of Principal Designer duties.
• Manage the graduate engineering programme and maintain engagement with professional institutions.
• Support safety tours, inspections, and reporting across capital programmes.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across design processes.

What are we looking for?

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in engineering, construction, or a related field.
• Chartered status with a recognised engineering institution (highly desirable).
• A strong background in engineering design or design management within complex infrastructure programmes (typically of £50m+ value).
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams and oversight of external design consultants.
• Strong grasp of design risk management; IOSH-accredited Principal Designer certification is advantageous.
• Demonstrable knowledge of quality management, capital project delivery, and business process optimisation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Project management qualifications (e.g. APMP, Prince2 Practitioner) are a plus.
• Previous experience in operational environments (such as aviation) is desirable.
• A track record of delivering results in high-pressure, fast-paced settings.

What do I get?

Our employees tell us that working here is something special, and no day is like another, where our teams do something every day that other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary, our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Professional subscriptions
• Discounted travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

Our people are our biggest asset. We want people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. We aim to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.

To find out more about what it's like to work at Gatwick, visit our careers site Careers | Grow your career with Gatwick Airport LGW

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process, please contact us directly.

Click apply to start your career with Gatwick.