Project Reporting and Insights Manager

Competitive package including bonus opportunity.

The role involves leading the production, analysis, and interpretation of project and programme reporting at the airport level. This role enables effective decision-making by project and programme managers through insightful reporting and data-driven analysis of cost and schedule performance.

• Own the timely and accurate production of local airport project and programme reports, ensuring alignment with central reporting standards and frameworks.
• Maintain reporting cadence and quality across all active projects and programmes at the airport.

Data Analysis & Insight Generation:

• Analyse cost and schedule data produced by project controls and scheduling teams to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for project and programme managers.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate closely with project managers, programme leads, and the central controls team to ensure reporting meets stakeholder needs.
• Support local leadership with tailored reporting and insights to inform strategic and operational decisions.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of reporting tools, dashboards, and processes to improve efficiency and impact.
• Share best practices and lessons learned across airport sites to support consistency and uplift in reporting maturity.

Governance & Compliance:

• Ensure reporting outputs comply with internal governance standards and external regulatory requirements where applicable.
• Support audit and assurance activities through provision of accurate and timely reporting data.

What would make you successful in this role?

• Degree or equivalent experience in Project Management, or a related discipline.
• APM / PMI certification (e.g. PMQ, CAPM) or P6 scheduling accreditation ideal.
• Training or qualifications in project controls, delay analysis, or Earned Value Management (EVM) ideal.
• Solid understanding of project and programme reporting within a capital delivery or infrastructure environment.
• Familiarity with cost and schedule performance metrics and how they inform decision-making.
• Awareness of project lifecycle stages and associated reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of reporting frameworks and governance standards used in large-scale programmes.
• Demonstrable experience in project reporting, project controls, or data analysis roles.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to produce and interpret project data.
• Track record of supporting project and programme managers with actionable insights.
• Exposure to working in fast-paced, delivery-focused environments with multiple stakeholders.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in reporting and data analysis tools such as Power BI, Excel, and scheduling platforms (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Ability to interpret complex data sets and present findings in a clear, concise format.
• Skilled in developing dashboards and visual reports that support decision-making.

Why MAG? Every year, London Stansted Airport connects 30 million passengers with more than 190 destinations across the globe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, London Stansted Airport supports 12,000 jobs on site and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region. Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We are committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:

• Free parking
• Subsidised public transport
• Huge range of company discounts
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Care Concierge service

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments: We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine. Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best. At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.