Project Manager - Airfield Works

CarmichaelUK is working with a leading contractor delivering works across a UK wide Airport Framework, and is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support both pre-construction and delivery of airfield infrastructure works across multiple UK airport locations.

This role would suit a driven Project Manager with strong experience in airfield, surfacing, and infrastructure projects, who is comfortable working in both planning and delivery environments.

You will play a key role across both pre-construction and live delivery phases, supporting the successful execution of airfield maintenance and infrastructure programmes.

Pre-Construction Responsibilities

Supporting tendering activity across AGS and Stansted frameworks

Assisting the Design Manager with technical submissions

Working with planners on methodology and scheduling

Reviewing subcontractor quotations alongside estimators to ensure alignment with scope

Delivery Responsibilities

Leading and coordinating delivery of airfield maintenance works, including surfacing, pavement and AGL repairs on taxiways and runways

Managing delivery of resurfacing and pavement (PQ) projects and standalone packages

Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, and support functions (commercial, planning, delivery)

Ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme and client requirements

Supporting night and weekend operations where required for live airfield works

About You

Proven experience as a Senior Agent or Project Manager within infrastructure or civil engineering

Experience delivering works within airfield or airport environments

Strong understanding of surfacing, pavements, infrastructure and maintenance works

Ability to work across both pre-construction and delivery phases

Flexible and adaptable, with willingness to travel across multiple airport locations

Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills

Essential Requirements

Full UK Driving Licence

CSCS (Black preferred)

SMSTS

Ability to obtain airside pass

Desirable Experience / Certifications

Airfield or aviation civils experience

Surfacing and pavement (PQ) experience

Pre-construction / tendering experience

Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)

Lifting Appointed Person

What’s on Offer

Permanent role within a secure airport framework environment

Opportunity to work across multiple UK airport locations

Exposure to large-scale, technically complex airfield projects

Strong pipeline of work with long-term career development