At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver innovative airfield infrastructure projects while mentoring junior staff.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Ramboll, a leader in aviation infrastructure.
- Benefits: Flexible location, travel opportunities, and a chance to shape the future of aviation.
- Other info: Opportunity for career progression and working with a dedicated team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in aviation with your expertise and creativity.
- Qualifications: Civil Engineering degree and extensive experience in airfield infrastructure projects.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
We invite you to bring your airfield infrastructure expertise, professionalism and skills into play as you contribute to the continuing growth and development of the aviation business in Ramboll. To succeed in this role you must have an extensive track record in delivering airfield infrastructure projects, and have a Civil Engineering degree.
You will join our Aviation Airfield department as part of our specialist airfield civils team – a team of eight experienced airfield engineers. Our core aviation team is based in Chester, London and Manchester, but location is flexible for the right candidate. Based on a strong future pipeline of work for both civil and military clients we are now looking to expand the team. The role requires an inquisitive mind, capable of developing innovative and sustainable outcomes to support our clients. There will likely be travel opportunities both within the UK and internationally.
Your key tasks and responsibilities:
- Technical leadership, mentorship and review
- Airfield infrastructure design at all RIBA stages for both traditional and design and build procurement
- Project Management
- Management of project cost and budget
- Management of project risk and opportunity
- Support and development of junior staff
- Support business development and work winning
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience of leading and delivering airfield infrastructure projects across all RIBA work stages
- Extensive experience of undertaking technical and feasibility studies including site investigations
- Extensive experience of delivering design of new airfield infrastructure
- Extensive experience in review, assessment and design of any alterations to existing airfield infrastructure
- Chartered engineer
- Extensive experience of delivering airfield infrastructure and civil design in accordance with Eurocode and UK Building Regulations
- Experience and understanding of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 including Principal Designer role
- Potential for succession to current Airfield Infrastructure Director
Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include: a self-starter and natural communicator able to clearly understand a client’s needs and align these with quality engineering outcomes. You will thrive working in a small, dedicated team able to deliver innovative, sustainable and collaborative solutions supporting the continued growth of the team.
Director - Airfield Infrastructure in England employer: Ramboll
Ramboll is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly within our Aviation Airfield department. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer mentorship opportunities and the chance to lead impactful airfield infrastructure projects, all while enjoying flexible working arrangements and potential travel both within the UK and internationally. Join us in Chester, London, or Manchester, and be part of a dedicated team that values your expertise and contributions to sustainable engineering solutions.
