Project Manager

ADB SAFEGATE; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aviation solutions provider located in London is seeking a Project Manager to lead project execution, manage teams, and coordinate with customers. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in project delivery, strong communication skills, and relevant engineering qualifications. This role involves overseeing project plans, financial forecasting, and fostering relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Enjoy a dynamic working environment with an attractive salary package and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in engineering project delivery, with at least 2-3 years as a Project Manager.
• Experience in claim management is preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of Airport Business and/or Airfield/Gate Business is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate project execution and manage customer deliverables.
• Serve as a point of contact during project delivery.
• Coordinate efforts of team members and contractors.

Skills

Effective communication

Cross-functional team collaboration

Customer-facing experience

Knowledge of health & safety regulations

English proficiency

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Project Management Certification

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

With over 1,400 employees and over 2,700 airports in over 175 countries, ADB SAFEGATE is dedicated to making air travel safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly. With our innovative Airside 4.0® solutions, we help turning airports into smart airports, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the passenger experience.

Project Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Location: UK - London

We are ADB SAFEGATE. Our purpose is to lead the world in smart solutions to handle more aircraft and passengers safely, sustainably and efficiently at airports around the globe.

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Slough, UK – Office based with international travel to support our customers

The opportunity…

We are seeking a Project Manager based in Slough United Kingdom, to be part of a global journey with ADB SAFEGATE.

You will support the management of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. They will be an integral part of our team by being a great communicator, working effectively with others, and meeting scheduled task completion dates.

You will make an impact by:

• Working with cross-functional teams to facilitate project execution and manage customer deliverables. Collaborate between customers, operations, supply chain, and engineering to develop an overall project plan that best supports our customer expectations.
• Identify issues that may affect the planned results and make recommendations for resolution.
• Serving as a supporting customer point of contact during post-contract award through to delivery. This includes answering questions and providing updates on delivery, and product questions while building strong working relationships for future business growth.
• We offer you a dynamic and inspiring role representing a global & industry leading company. As a Project Manager, you plan and support the deployment of solutions & services that make a lasting contribution to airport performance. In this position, your contacts will include customers, end airports, Sub-contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• As a Project Manager you shall be a key stakeholder within our team handling projects and service work. You participate from the start, together with functional teams, in the initial handover meetings to gain an understanding of the projects, their scope and requirements. The role will involve inputting required hardware orders, consulting with the supply chain, and following the progress of assigned project orders within our ERP systems; as well as supporting the administrative requirements of the department.
• Knowledge of project financial forecasting & reporting.
• Maintaining customer records and coordinating required documents, submittals, past dues, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain active security clearances as required.
• Define and manage your own deadlines commitments.
• Manage document control within internal UK SharePoint site.
• Responsible for coordinating the efforts of team members 3rd party contractors to deliver projects according to plan.
• Handle and manage customer claims.
• Support the HSE requirements of the UK Branch (toolbox talk, training matrix, site paperwork, and renewals of accreditations.
• Engage with wider business functional team members (i.e. finance, service techs, supply chain, contractors, and system engineering) to obtain data for weekly internal compliance monitoring.
• Coordinate and manage customer projects, ensuring all project requirements are met according to contractual conditions and customer satisfaction.
• Maximize profit by identifying cost reduction opportunities and revenue increase possibilities within the project.
• Report to the Head of Projects and Service, providing details about implemented activities, including financial and estimates for successful project completion.

Skills and Competences:

• Ability to communicate results, issues status effectively (written and verbal).
• Ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Preferred experience in a customer-facing role.
• Good knowledge of MS Office packages & project management software.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations and experience in implementing safe systems of work including Risk & Method statements.
• English proficiency is necessary.
• Ability to interpret common product information such as equipment datasheets.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and initiatives of moderate complexity.
• 5 years of experience in an engineering project delivery environment, with at least 2-3 years in a Project Manager capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a similar associated qualification in a relevant field – Project Management Certification is a plus.
• Experience in claim management.
• Detailed knowledge of Airport Business in general and/or Airfield/Gate Business is a plus.
• Experience in Bid & Estimation management is a plus.
• Experience in networking/servers is a plus
• Full UK driving licence.

Job specificities

• Your primary location will be based from our Langley, Slough UK Office with mixed with a balance of remote working.
• Some travel and overnight stays may be required for site meetings.

We offer an exciting, fast-paced working environment, where you can make a tangible impact and hone your skills. Of course, this is accompanied by an attractive salary package with fringe benefits and an amazing team of colleagues!

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ADB SAFEGATE is an equal opportunity employer. ADB SAFEGATE does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of characteristics protected by law, including but not limited to, race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation in completing this application or during the interview, please contact our Human Resources Department.

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