Associate Director Aviation

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to lead a team of talented engineers and shape the future of airports

We are looking for an Associate Director to join our Aviation Infrastructure team to be based in our AECOM Basingstoke Croydon Manchester Birmingham or London offices and are passionate about creating innovative resilient and sustainable solutions for airports of all sizes - including major commercial hubs and greenfield airports to general aviation airfields and military installations.

Each team member has a development plan to provide a clear pathway to personal growth and career progression. The team provides technical solutions throughout the project lifecycle from master planning feasibility preliminary and detailed stage designs and construction and handover. Our clients are many and varied from both the private and public sector and include airport investors airport operators and major contractors.

Heres what youll do:

• Lead: Lead the development and delivery of multi-disciplinary projects. Align team objectives with AECOMs broader business goals ensuring integration across disciplines.

• Assure: Be responsible for the technical delivery of projects offering technical knowledge and expertise to the design team to ensure technical excellence in delivery

• Engage:Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients. Provide strategic advice to stakeholders ensuring their goals are met with innovative and sustainable solutions. Represent AECOM at client meetings industry events and conferences enhancing the companys reputation as a leader in Aviation Infrastructure.

• Pursue: Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the Aviation Infrastructure sector. Lead the preparation of bids and proposals ensuring they align with client needs and AECOMs strategic priorities. Collaborate with other business lines to secure and deliver multidisciplinary projects.

• Develop:Recruit mentor and develop a high-performing team of airport planners civil engineers and aeronautical ground lighting designers. Foster a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous improvement within the team. Promote diversity and inclusion ensuring a supportive and equitable workplace.

If youre passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality AECOM welcomes you. Join our team where we dont just design airports we connect cities regions and counties to drive economic growth and build legacies for future generations. Why not give our AECOM Transportation page on Linked In a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects were working on and see firsthand the difference were making in the industry!

Come grow with us.

We develop projects from concept through operation providing engineering and construction services for multiyear multimillion-dollar projects. Our specialists provide analytical and strategic expertise for every stage of a project.

And lets not forget about the perks at AECOM. Youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

• Professional qualification:
  Institution of Civil Engineers (or equivalent)

• Significant experience and a strong track record in design planning and construction support within the airport environment

• Knowledge of Civil and Military Aviation standards and recommended practices (ICAO EASA CAA FAA MAA)

• Exceptional communication skills with an ability to identify and influence key client stakeholders building effective relationships to support the growth of our pipeline

• A solution-oriented mindset be confident to question the status quo or suggest innovative ideas

• Experienced at leading project teams and creating a positive team culture that encourages learning professional development and technical excellence

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at .

At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have…