Project Director Aviation Portugal
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11 hours ago
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Job Summary
As we continue to expand our Aviation footprint in Portugal we are looking for senior leaders with substantial expertise in airport and aviation-related capital projects to support our clients and drive the growth of our Aviation practice.
We are seeking an experienced Project Director Aviation to support and lead complex programmes within the Portuguese aviation sector and across international hubs.
This role is ideal for a senior professional who enjoys delivering high-value high-complexity projects and shaping strategic client relationships.
You will be responsible for the oversight of major airport infrastructure developments and will play a crucial role in supporting our growth strategy in Portugal.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership for major airport development projects from strategic planning through to successful completion.
- Lead manage and develop multidisciplinary project teams and external partners.
- Oversee cost schedule quality risk management and reporting across large-scale programmes.
- Ensure compliance with safety environmental and regulatory requirements including Portuguese and EU frameworks.
- Collaborate closely with airport operators government stakeholders consultants and global delivery partners.
- Drive delivery strategies optimisation approaches and project governance structures.
- Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions where required.
- Contribute to business development client engagement and the expansion of our Aviation presence in Portugal.
Qualifications :
- Minimum of 10 years experience leading major infrastructure or construction projects within the aviation sector.
- Strong knowledge of airport infrastructure development (e.g. terminals runways airside/landside assets).
- Degree in engineering architecture project management or a related discipline.
- Project management certification (PMP APM IPMA etc.) is an advantage.
- Highly effective communication leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluency in English required; Portuguese language skills highly advantageous.
- EU or international project experience preferred.
Additional Information :
- Opportunity to join a rapidly growing Aviation team with global reach.
- Work on major airport development programmes in Portugal and internationally.
- Clear international career progression and leadership opportunities.
- Flexible working environment and modern office locations.
- Competitive compensation package with benefits.
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Employment Type :
Full-time
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