Job Title: Senior Project Manager
As a Senior Project Manager at London Gatwick, each day presents unique challenges and opportunities to lead strategic projects across our customer journey.
London Gatwick serves millions of customers annually, focusing on delivering a seamless travel experience from parking and check-in to shopping and security.
This role involves leading the full project lifecycle for impactful projects in a live environment, shaping the future of one of the world's busiest airports.
Our commercial projects team manages schemes supporting non-aero commercial revenue, including car parking, retail, property, branding, and marketing infrastructure, ranging from £250k to £50m. All projects aim to deliver business benefits on time and within budget.
The Role
The successful candidate will report to the Commercial Programme Manager and lead a team of over 20 professionals. Responsibilities include managing technical, commercial, and financial aspects of multiple projects from initiation through handover, ensuring alignment with project and business objectives.
Key duties include:
* Identifying and mitigating risks impacting project delivery or airport operations.
* Overseeing project handovers, including operational readiness planning.
* Developing and coaching team members.
* Ensuring compliance with all relevant standards, legal requirements, and permissions.
* Embedding lessons learned and continuous improvement practices.
* Promoting health, safety, and environmental standards across projects.
Candidate Requirements
Ideal candidates will demonstrate flexibility, problem-solving skills, and stakeholder engagement abilities. Essential qualifications and experience include:
* A degree or equivalent in programme management, engineering, or related field.
* Experience managing large, multi-year projects or portfolios exceeding £20m.
* Proven leadership and team development skills.
* Experience managing infrastructure projects in operational environments.
* Knowledge of contract administration and negotiations.
Benefits & Culture
Employees at Gatwick enjoy a competitive salary and benefits such as:
* 5% Welcome Bonus
* Performance-based bonuses
* Discounts at high street shops and restaurants
* Insurance benefits
* Professional development opportunities
* Travel discounts
Working at London Gatwick
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create a workplace where everyone belongs. To learn more and apply, visit our Construction Careers site. If you require reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us directly.
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