Senior Project Engineer/Design Manager

Matchtech
📍 Gatwick, England, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted February 26, 2026

Job Description

Our client, a leading consultancy specialising in aviation infrastructure, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer / Design Manager to join a major, long-term programme at a major UK Airport. This is a high-profile opportunity for a design professional with strong airfields expertise—particularly in runway and pavement design—to make a significant impact within a complex and safety‑critical aviation environment. The role offers a hybrid working option and is within IR35 guidelines, providing long‑term contract stability in a dynamic setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage design development for airfield infrastructure including runways, taxiways, aprons, and associated civil works.
  • Oversee design assurance, compliance, and technical quality throughout all project stages.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering inputs, ensuring integration with operational airport requirements.
  • Manage interfaces between design ...

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Job Details

  • Location Gatwick, England
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Engineering
  • Posted Date February 26, 2026
  • Application Deadline April 07, 2026