Project Manager

Job Description

Job RequirementsProject ManagerAre you an experienced Project Manager looking to Grow with GatwickTo support our growth, our construction team is expanding.The Construction Department comprises several programme and project teams, along with technical support functions and is accountable for the delivery of the airport CIP and strategic growth overthe next 5 years, encompassing projects across the campus to deliver fit for purposecritical infrastructure.What is the roleThe Project Manager will play a key role in Gatwicks future, leading the planning and execution of strategically important projects within a live airport operational environment. The Project Manager will be responsible for the technical, commercial andfinancial management of the project(s) to deliver to the project and overall business objectives.What will you doLead and manage the project team in the design, procurement, construction, delivery, and handover of the project to achieve desired business outcomes.Lead the development and maintenance of a culture of world class health, safety, and environmental standards across the project and its associated contractors to deliver the highest levels of health, safety and environmental performance achievable.Lead the identification and mitigation of risks that may adversely impact project delivery or adversely affect airport operations through the project/programme lifecycle.Deliver the assigned project to defined cost, schedule, and quality requirements, leading the successful handover of assigned projects to the Operations and/or Commercial Departments including ensuring all requisite Airport Operational Readiness planningand activities are in place.Lead the development of the project team; set standards, manage, motivate, coach and mentor staff within the team.Ensure compliance with all legal and statutory obligations applicable to this role, including all standards and code compliance, and required planning permissions.Manage and positively influence key stakeholders (both internal & external) associated with the project.Lead the Lessons Identified process across all projects and embed a culture of continuous improvement.Do you have what we are looking for

• Educated to Degree level or equivalent in programme management, architecture, engineering, or construction related field.
• Qualificationspractitioner level in project management (e.g. APMP Project Management Qualification or PRINCE2 Practitioner).
• Experience as a project manager/assistant project manager on large project or multi-year programmes of works with a value typically in excess of £10m in a relevant industry including experience leading teams and managing external suppliers.
• Experience of managing multiple, interfacing, concurrent projects desirable.
• Experience in leading infrastructure projects in a live operational environment desirable.
• Good leadership and influencing skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong practical problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder requirements.
• Sound commercial and financial awareness. Knowledge and understanding of NEC suite of contracts desirable.
• Knowledge and understanding of contract administration and negotiations.
• Knowledge and understanding of airport environment desirable.
• Personal resilience and the ability to manage ambiguity.

Whats it like to work hereOurpeopletell usthat working hereis something special. Noday is like anotheras thereareso many moving parts that make air travel possible.And its only possible because of the people who work here.We wantexceptionalpeople to help us deliver the great service our passengers have come to expect.You can bepart of helping Gatwick to rebuildand grow.Ready to join usClick apply and complete your application.Well be in touch soonOur employees enjoy a range ofpersonal, health and financial benefits,including annual leaveas standard.PLEASE NOTE: We have a number of roles within Construction, if you have applied for a similar role recently we are reviewing all CVs and will be in touch, there is no need to re-apply.