Careers hub
Current opportunities
1 week
Project Manager – Aviation (Hybrid)
Birmingham, West Midlands
Type: Contract
Type: Hourly paid – inside IR35
Salary: Dependent on experience and skills
An introduction to our unique company…
Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across the UK. We specialise in secondment services, providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time. Our diverse client base includes local authorities, consultancies, public bodies and construction companies.
We take pride in supporting our colleagues throughout their careers. We’re a people-centric organisation, placing mutual respect and dignity in the highest regard. This is reflected in our approach to issues such as mental health and wellbeing, family friendly policies, social value, and net zero. We’re a Disability Confident Employer and an accredited Real Living Wage Employer.
We have big ambitions for the future, and we’d love for you to be part of it.
Your career with Waterman Aspen…
You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Project Manager – Aviation will see you as a key member of the Aviation team and you can expect:
- A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
- Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
- Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
- The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
- Regular social events and volunteering opportunities
Experience required…
Essential:
- Detailed knowledge of the aviation sector, including experience working with airports, operators, aerospace, or aviation infrastructure projects.
- Proven track record of managing large-scale, complex aviation projects from conception to completion. This includes overseeing budgets, timelines, and resources to deliver successful outcomes.
- Familiarity with aviation regulations and safety standards (e.g., CAA, EASA). Compliance with these standards is crucial for ensuring project safety and legality.
- A solid grasp of aviation-specific technologies, infrastructure, and operations, such as airside/landside development, runway/taxiway construction, hangar development, or airport terminal projects.
- Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders, such as regulatory bodies, airport authorities, contractors, engineers, and government groups.
- Expertise in identifying and mitigating risks associated with aviation projects, ensuring that projects remain within legal and safety requirements for health and safety.
- Experience in negotiating contracts with vendors and suppliers and in managing procurement processes for critical materials and plant.
- Strong leadership skills in guiding multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project milestones are met and conflicts are resolved quickly.
Desirable:
- Bachelor’s degree in Project or Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- APM PMQ, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is preferred.
- Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to keep up to date with developing standards in aviation safety, security and construction.