Property and Infrastructure Director

Cardiff Airport is entering a pivotal phase of growth and transformation - and we’re looking for a Property and Infrastructure Director to join our Executive team.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a complex, high-profile estate, driving commercial performance, leading major infrastructure programmes, and helping shape a nationally significant asset.

This isn’t just another Director role - it’s a chance to help shape the long‑term future of Cardiff Airport and play a key role in driving economic growth across Wales.

As a key member of the Executive team, you will lead the strategic direction and performance of our property and infrastructure portfolio - maximising value, driving revenue, and enabling long-term growth.

• Define and deliver a long-term property and asset management strategy
• Lead major capital investment and development programmes
• Oversee a diverse commercial estate, optimising income and performance
• Provide strategic leadership to the Facilities Management and Project teams
• Ensure strong governance, compliance and a non-negotiable safety culture
• Build and influence senior relationships across government, partners and tenants
• Contribute to wider organisational strategy as a member of the Executive team

We are looking for an exceptional leader who combines strategic vision with proven delivery, capable of operating at Executive level within a complex, highly regulated environment.

We’re particularly interested in candidates with:

• Senior leadership experience across property, infrastructure, estates or engineering
• Delivery of large-scale capital programmes and asset optimisation
• Strong commercial, financial and governance expertise
• The ability to influence at Executive and Board level
• Experience of working within aviation or transport would be advantageous.