Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Technical Director – Aviation Masterplanning
Lead and grow AECOM's aviation advisory business across the UK, Europe, and India.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Technical Director will lead the development of the Aviation Advisory business across the UK, Europe, and India, driving pipeline growth and expanding the team. Based in any UK AECOM office, the role involves creating winning proposals and delivering advisory projects for airport owners, contractors, governments, and regulators. • Grow pipeline by leveraging existing network and securing new advisory projects. • Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of up to five professionals. • Shape business strategy, define target markets, and set annual P&L targets. • Deliver consultancy services including master planning, capacity analysis, and sustainability advice. • Advise clients with expert technical and business analysis across aviation projects. • Ensure high‑quality deliverables before client presentation. • Collaborate with Europe and India aviation teams to share expertise and resources.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸pipeline growth
- ▸team leadership
- ▸master planning
- ▸capacity analysis
- ▸sustainability advice
- ▸client advisory
What You Bring
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong industry network who can position AECOM as a trusted advisor. They will understand the firm’s services, develop a market‑focused advisory portfolio, and leverage expertise in areas such as ORAT or other specialist advisory skills. Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and membership in a recognised professional institution, as well as technical experience in airport planning, design, engineering or construction. The candidate must have proven project management, business development, international exposure, team‑leadership, and advisory experience within the aviation sector. AECOM celebrates diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and abilities. Candidates needing reasonable accommodation are encouraged to contact the company, and those with transferable skills are invited to apply. • Hold a bachelor’s degree and professional institution membership. • Demonstrated experience in airport planning, design, engineering, or construction. • Proven track record in project management, budgeting, and quality control. • Business development experience with client relationship management. • International work experience or exposure to global aviation projects. • Strong leadership and team‑building capabilities.
Requirements
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸professional membership
- ▸airport planning
- ▸project management
- ▸business development
- ▸leadership
Benefits
For more information, candidates can follow AECOM on social media platforms or reach out to recruiter Siobhan Osborne on LinkedIn. The company provides a wide array of compensation, benefits, and well‑being programs to meet diverse employee needs. Employees enjoy flexible hybrid work options, a safe and respectful workplace, and access to industry‑leading technology. As an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident employer, AECOM ensures a confidential application process and supports career growth for all staff. • Extensive aviation industry network facilitating advisory project wins.
Work Environment
Hybrid