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Circa 90,000 + 5% Welcome Bonus + 4,750 Flex Allowance + up to 20% Bonus + Benefits
Construction
Permanent
Hybrid
Gatwick Airport
Lead Digital PMO & Systems Manager
London Gatwick is rapidly evolving, with a potential capital investment of2.8Bn over the next decadeto enhance and expand its infrastructure. We are looking for aLead Digital PMO and Systems Managerto drive innovation and transformation within thecapital delivery of construction projectsat the UK's second-largest airport.
In this pivotal role, you will define and execute a Gatwick-wide Construction Digital PMO strategy, streamline processes, and integrate innovative technologies to enhance project delivery.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future ofconstruction capital projects at Gatwick, embedding a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Working closely with senior leaders, you'll drive digital efficiencies in construction project delivery, ensuring measurable, impactful results. As Gatwick continues to expand, your expertise and leadership will be essential inoverseeing the successful execution of construction capital projects, leveraging digital capabilities to maintain momentum and remain at the forefront of modern construction methodologies.
This is an exciting opportunity for a forward thinking leader to make asignificant and lasting impact on Gatwick's built environment, ensuring the success of one of the UK's most ambitious airport infrastructure investment programmes.
The role
Reporting to the Head of the Project Management Office and collaborating cross functionally, you will leverage the expertise of your team and subject matter experts, to develop and lead a comprehensive Digital PMO strategy, aligning digital tools, processes, and governance with the airport's strategic objectives, whilst identifying opportunities to integrate automation to optimise project outcomes and improve safety.
Other duties include:
- Leading the development and implementation of London Gatwick's Information Management strategy using BIM, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and industry best practices.
- Owning and developing critical digital project management systems that underpin capital delivery of construction projects, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and Gatwick's infrastructure expansion plans.
- Developing and overseeing the Common Data Environment (CDE) to facilitate seamless integration of project data.
- Championing governance and compliance with project lifecycle Tollgate points, providing expert guidance.
- Implementing a structured digital maturity model to continuously assess and enhance project delivery.
- Lead and maintain comprehensive capital project documentation procedures, ensuring strict adherence to standards and supporting the integration of digital tools and best practices.
What are we looking for?
The environment at Gatwick requires all our teams to have a flexible and adaptable approach, with exceptional problem-solving skills and an ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
As well as experience developing and implementing digital strategies, you will also have previous experience managing complex, cross-functional teams and stakeholders, addressing challenges and ensuring alignment across diverse groups.
In addition, you will have:
- A Degree/Post-Grad level or equivalent in a relevant technical, construction, engineering, or business subject, or equivalent experience in a project management role.
- Demonstrable experience leading digital transformation initiatives within capital project environments.
- Demonstrable experience of applying continuous improvement principles with a clear understanding of process improvements driving operational efficiency.
- Proven leadership in driving digital transformation, including the integration of cutting-edge technologies within project management processes.
- Experience with advanced IT systems and a thorough understanding of BIM platforms, Common Data Environments (CDE), and digital tools that support the capital delivery lifecycle.
- Demonstrable success in developing and maintaining project governance structures.
- Knowledge of capital project procedural frameworks and proven success in implementing and maintaining comprehensive quality management systems.
- A clear understanding of digital maturity models and the ability to assess and enhance digital adoption within project teams.
Benefits
Ouremployees tell usthatworking here is something special and no day is like another; Where our teams do something every day other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary ouremployees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:
- 5% Welcome Bonus
- Performance-based bonus scheme
- High street shops and restaurant discounts
- Healthcare scheme
- Life and disability insurance
- Professionaltraining todevelop
- Discounted travel
- Volunteer days
What it's like to work at Gatwick?
At Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.
We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.
To find out more about what it's like to work at Gatwick, visit our careers siteGatwick Careers Page
Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.
Apply now to start your career with Gatwick.
