AtkinsRéalis

Associate Director – Airport Civil Engineer

AtkinsRéalis
Posted 10/22/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomSeniorWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex airport infrastructure projects, including airfield pavement design and maintenance, while effectively managing client relationships and business development initiatives. Possesses strong technical leadership skills and a deep understanding of civil engineering principles and consultancy project delivery.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Civil Engineering DegreeChartered Status with ICEAirport Pavement DesignBusiness DevelopmentStakeholder Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead planning, design, and delivery of complex airport infrastructure projects across airfield, landside, and terminal developments
  • Provide strategic leadership on UK and international airport civil engineering projects as Project Director or Technical Lead
  • Advise airport operators, regulators, and stakeholders and build long-term client relationships
  • Lead airfield infrastructure projects, including pavement designs, material specifications, maintenance plans, and condition assessments
  • Oversee demand forecasting, capacity assessment, and data-driven decision-making
  • Ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery of technical reports, presentations, and client-facing outputs
  • Chair senior design reviews, client workshops, and stakeholder meetings
  • Lead work winning and business development, including opportunity pipelines, bids, tenders, and market strategy
  • Develop airfield civil engineering tools, guidance, training materials, and innovation initiatives
  • Provide line management, mentorship, and career development support
  • Contribute to the global aviation and infrastructure network and share knowledge across regions

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • A degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • Chartered status with Institute of Civil Engineers or an equivalent institution OR extensive industry experience with a proven track record of delivering value
  • Extensive professional experience in Airport or Highways pavement design
  • Strong understanding of material specifications and maintenance
  • Appreciation of UK and international pavement design methods
  • Experience leading large, complex, and multi-disciplinary design teams on airfield infrastructure design projects from concept through detailed design
  • Proven ability to operate at senior client and stakeholder level, influence decision-making, and manage risk
  • Understanding of commercial, contractual, and financial aspects of consultancy project delivery
  • Track record of successful business development, including leading bids, winning work, and growing client accounts
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced consultancy environment with accountability and ownership
  • Willingness to travel periodically for short-term project assignments
  • May require relevant security clearance
  • Security vetting may require proof of UK residency for 5 years or longer

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salaries
  • Employee rewards
  • Benefits tailored to health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Hybrid working culture
  • Flexible holiday allowances
  • Family friendly, inclusive employment policies
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Employee resource groups

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Hard Skills
Pavement DesignMaterial SpecificationsMaintenance PlanningDemand ForecastingCapacity AssessmentTechnical Report WritingData-Driven Decision-MakingMulti-Disciplinary Team LeadershipRisk ManagementConsultancy Project Delivery
Soft Skills
Strategic LeadershipClient Relationship BuildingMentorshipInfluencing Decision-MakingCommunication
Certifications & Qualifications
Chartered Engineer
Industry Keywords
Airport InfrastructureCivil EngineeringConsultancyUK and International StandardsSecurity ClearanceAviation Network