Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Location : Heathrow Airport

About the Business

With decades of combined experience in the pipeline and utilities contracting industry, the business delivers specialist expertise in firemains, hot water systems, potable water systems, and associated civil engineering. By offering a single-source procurement model — from supply through installation and commissioning — they provide clients with accountability, efficiency, and quality at every stage.

The Role

An experienced Senior Project Manager is required to oversee the delivery of major utility and infrastructure projects at Heathrow Airport. This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing complex projects in a live airport environment, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage projects involving firemains, heating & hot water systems, potable water systems, and associated civil engineering.

Take ownership of project delivery from planning through installation, commissioning, and final handover.

Develop, manage, and monitor project programmes, budgets, and resources.

Act as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and stakeholders at Heathrow.

Ensure strict compliance with airport protocols, industry regulations, and client specifications.

Oversee and coordinate in-house specialist teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental management.

Report on project performance, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.

Drive continuous improvement and safeguard the company’s reputation for quality and accountability.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within utilities, pipelines, or civil engineering.

Strong track record delivering projects in live infrastructure or airport environments.

Experience with firemains, hot water, or potable water systems is highly desirable.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Commercially astute with solid contract and cost management knowledge.

Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline (degree / HNC / HND).

CSCS, SMSTS, and other relevant industry certifications.

Ability to operate effectively in high-security, live airport environments.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunity to deliver high-profile utility projects at one of the world’s busiest airports.

A chance to join a specialist contractor with decades of expertise and a growing presence in the sector.

Supportive, professional environment with genuine career progression opportunities