Airport Planner

Salary

£40,000 -44500

Contract

Full Time

Location

London

Ref

AR240819

Carl Thomas

+44(0)7947 868888

About the Company

Our client is a leading architecture practice with a rich history of delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions across multiple sectors, including aviation, education, rail, hospitality, healthcare, leisure, and retail. With offices in the UK and the globe, they have established themselves as a global leader in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing, and environmentally responsible buildings. Their London office operates a hybrid working policy, fostering a collaborative and flexible work environment. 

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Airport Planners to join our client’s dynamic team in London. This is a full-time, permanent position with a negotiable salary, reflecting your experience and expertise. As an Airport Planner, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of airport infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include masterplanning, terminal planning, capacity planning, and delivering high-quality design solutions that meet the complex needs of airport clients. 

You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of architects and planners, contributing to a wide range of airport planning and architectural projects. The role demands a deep understanding of contemporary aviation design issues, relevant standards and legislation, and the ability to deliver comprehensive feasibility studies, concept designs, and due diligence reports. 

About You

The ideal candidate will have: 

  • Experience & Qualifications: Demonstrable experience in airport planning or a relevant qualification in the field. A keen interest in aviation and airport terminal design is essential. 
  • Skills & Abilities: 
    • Strong knowledge of airport client requirements and contemporary aviation design issues. 
    • Expertise in airport masterplanning, airfield and stand planning, terminal and facility planning, and ancillary building facility planning. 
    • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe CS, and Microsoft Office is essential. 
    • Preferred experience with dynamic simulation software. 
  • Key Competencies: 
    • Ability to combine conceptual thinking with practical masterplanning solutions, implementation scenarios, and business planning. 
    • Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of delivering high-level decision-making client presentations. 
    • Understanding of economic and investment parameters, and experience conducting feasibility studies and due diligence. 

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile projects in the aviation sector, contributing to the development of cutting-edge airport infrastructure in the UK and beyond. 

If you are interested apply to have a further discussion with Carl Thomas (carl@locri.co.uk)

 

Contact

Carl Thomas
+44(0)7947 868888
carl@locri.co.uk

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