Senior / Principal Airport Planner (Aviation) UK Wide
WSP
United Kingdom
Published 3 months ago
Office, Operations
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Areas of operation
United KingdomJob Description
What if you could shape a career as unique as you?
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
A little more about your role...
We are currently seeking a Senior Airport Planner that will join a team of aviation professionals to help support and grow the Airport Planning & Advisory team in the UK. You will be working on a range of projects across the UK and Internationally with a strong focus on delivering high quality airport planning services and solutions. The Senior Airport Planner role will support the Airport Planning and Advisory Team across business development, technical development, project delivery, and people development.
WSP specialise in airport planning and advisory for aviation infrastructure both in terms of planning new airports and assessing existing airports for their potential for redevelopment, expansion and operational improvement.
WSP recognises that Airports have become more than places where travellers arrive and depart. As global connectivity hubs, they drive innovation and technological developments, and they stimulate social and economic activity in their local communities. Our global aviation projects range from strategic consulting services to project management, from microsimulation models to airport master plans, from terminal expansion to carbon accreditation, and from rehabilitating runways to implementing baggage handling systems.
A typical week would include:
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
With us, you can. Apply today.
#LI-DM2
About Us
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work-life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Diversity
We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
#WeAreWSP
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
What if you could shape a career as unique as you?
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
A little more about your role...
We are currently seeking a Senior Airport Planner that will join a team of aviation professionals to help support and grow the Airport Planning & Advisory team in the UK. You will be working on a range of projects across the UK and Internationally with a strong focus on delivering high quality airport planning services and solutions. The Senior Airport Planner role will support the Airport Planning and Advisory Team across business development, technical development, project delivery, and people development.
WSP specialise in airport planning and advisory for aviation infrastructure both in terms of planning new airports and assessing existing airports for their potential for redevelopment, expansion and operational improvement.
- In terms of Airport Planning, the team delivers consultancy services relating to airport master planning, demand forecasting, capacity analysis, terminal and support facility planning, airfield planning and phasing, airside and terminal simulation modelling, and environmental and sustainability advice.
- In terms of Aviation Advisory, the team provides aviation business and regulatory advice, including regional and national policy studies, technical advisor roles for investors and lenders, economic analysis, research and benchmarking, technical due diligence for acquisitions and privatisations, and airport operations advisory.
WSP recognises that Airports have become more than places where travellers arrive and depart. As global connectivity hubs, they drive innovation and technological developments, and they stimulate social and economic activity in their local communities. Our global aviation projects range from strategic consulting services to project management, from microsimulation models to airport master plans, from terminal expansion to carbon accreditation, and from rehabilitating runways to implementing baggage handling systems.
A typical week would include:
- Contributing to and/or leading the technical delivery of airport planning tasks on a variety of domestic and international aviation projects;
- Coordinating, supervising and/or delivering airport planning & capacity solutions as part of airport master plan and development projects, covering airfield, apron, terminal, landside, ancillary facilities etc;
- Undertaking analytical studies relating to capacity-demand analysis;
- Preparing airport master plan, terminal layout or airfield layout drawings in AutoCAD;
- Undertaking airfield and/or terminal simulation modelling work using software such as AirTOP or CAST;
- Being responsible for the successful management of airport planning tasks, workstreams or small to medium-sized projects and coordinating with specialist teams, including sub-consultants;
- Assisting the project manager with the management of internal/external clients, and the project processes;
- Contributing to and/or leading the preparation of bids and proposals for potential new projects; and
- Providing technical training and professional guidance and mentorship to the early career professionals within the team.
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
- A Bachelor degree, or preferably a Masters degree, or other equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline such as air transport management, airport planning, engineering, architecture, or transport planning;
- Chartership with a relevant professional body is preferred but not mandatory;
- A proven track record in an Airport planning role with either a consultancy or airport operator - with strong experience in areas including airport master planning, terminal and/or airside spatial planning; capacity analysis, terminal facilities planning, support facilities planning, and familiar with CAA, EASA, ICAO and IATA and other standards applicable to aviation;
- Strong spatial planning and master planning skills, including the ability to use Auto CAD for the development of airport layout drawings;
- Strong data analysis and presentational skills;
- Competent project management skills and experience;
- Possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications;
- Working knowledge and experience of simulation & modelling tools for airfield and terminal facilities will be favourably considered e.g. AirTOP or CAST;
- A keen interest in ensuring that airport development plans incorporate 'future ready' ideas to deliver efficient and effective airports of the future, based on achieving net-zero, decarbonisation, and sustainable aviation goals;
- A good understanding of the environmental impacts of aviation including noise, air quality and carbon assessments would be beneficial, though not a requirement;
- Fluent in the English language with excellent verbal communication and writing skills. Additional language skills could be beneficial; and
- A willingness to travel nationally and internationally.
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
With us, you can. Apply today.
#LI-DM2
About Us
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work-life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Diversity
We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
#WeAreWSP
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.