Aviation Programme Lead – Major Airport

Location: North London (3–4 days per week on-site)
Salary: Up to £100,000 + comprehensive package
Contract: Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Aviation Programme Lead to take the helm of a major programme of works valued at over £150 million, forming part of a wider, multi-million-pound transformation initiative at one of the UK’s busiest airports.

This is a pivotal leadership role within a highly respected consultancy renowned for delivering complex, high-profile infrastructure programmes across the UK. You will be responsible for driving programme success from inception through to delivery, ensuring alignment with broader strategic objectives and maintaining strong relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the successful delivery of a £150m+ aviation infrastructure programme.
• Manage a multi-disciplinary team to ensure programme milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
• Work closely with client and contractor teams to maintain alignment and ensure effective communication across all stakeholders.
• Implement robust governance, reporting, and risk management processes.
• Support the integration of the programme into the wider airport development masterplan.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in programme management delivering large-scale infrastructure or aviation projects.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to manage complex budgets.
• Background in consultancy, client-side, or major project delivery environments.
• A degree and/or professional qualification (APM, MSP, MRICS, or equivalent) preferred.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary up to £100,000 + Bonus + Package 
• Opportunity to play a leading role in one of the UK’s most significant aviation programmes.
• Long-term career prospects within a forward-thinking, collaborative consultancy environment.

If you are a strategic and delivery-focused Programme Lead with a passion for major aviation and infrastructure projects, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please contact Peter Dawson at Capstone