Principal Project Manager – Design Manager, Aviation
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Principal Project Manager / Design Manager leading aviation infrastructure projects for AECOM. Overseeing complex projects and managing design teams across New Zealand and Pacific regions.
Responsibilities:
- Join AECOM’s Aviation team as a Principal Project Manager / Design Manager, leading the delivery of complex airport and aviation infrastructure projects.
- Manage multidisciplinary design teams, oversee project programmes and budgets, and ensure technical excellence from concept to completion.
- Deliver and coordinate aviation infrastructure projects across New Zealand airports and select Pacific and Australian programmes.
- Guide design teams day-to-day, ensuring designs meet technical, regulatory, and operational requirements.
- Maintain strong client engagement, providing technical advice and oversight while managing project progress and outcomes.
- Manage aviation programme delivery, including schedules, budgets, and quality assurance for primarily private-sector projects.
- Hands on technical design when and where needed amongst guiding teams
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 8 years’ experience in design and project delivery.
- Proven record of delivering large-scale projects on time, within budget, and aligned with client expectations.
- Strong background in contract administration, stakeholder engagement, and building enduring client relationships.
- Comprehensive understanding of construction methodologies, project timeframes, and OH&S best practices, with a strong commitment to safety.
- Experience in airport infrastructure and master planning highly advantageous.
Benefits:
- Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
- Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
- Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
- Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
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