Senior Manager Development

About the role

We are seeking a visionary and results‑driven Senior Manager Development to lead the planning, structuring and execution of complex airport infrastructure programmes. The role translates strategic objectives into integrated development initiatives that boost capacity, operational efficiency and passenger experience while aligning with the Airport Master Plan and regulatory frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Define long‑term airport development objectives and convert them into structured project plans aligned with the Airport Master Plan and corporate strategy.
• Contribute to capital investment portfolio development, ensuring financial sustainability and strategic alignment.
• Support governance forums by preparing business cases, investment plans and risk assessments.
• Champion smart technologies, sustainability practices and AI‑enabled planning tools.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, IT, finance and commercial teams for integrated planning and execution.
• Lead major infrastructure programmes including airside assets, utilities, IT and baggage systems, and landside projects.
• Monitor portfolio performance, KPIs, delivery milestones and benefit realization.
• Mentor a team of Development Managers and Project Sponsors, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Infrastructure Planning, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in airport development or capital programme management.
• Proven success managing large‑scale capital projects in regulated environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional coordination abilities.

Required skills

• Airport systems and infrastructure master planning.
• CAPEX governance and lifecycle cost optimisation.
• Project tracking and risk management.
• Executive‑level reporting.
• Smart technology and AI‑enabled planning tools.