Senior Airport Planner
Arup
Date: 9 hours ago
City: Nottingham
Contract type: Full time
Joining Arup
Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world. Arup has been involved in aviation development for more than 50 years, working on a wide range of assignments at over 100 airports worldwide. Through strong internal networks we benchmark and share the learning from our aviation and other sector experience to deliver better solutions for our clients.
The Opportunity
Arup’s UKIMEA and Europe Aviation Planning team operates globally delivering the planning for major airports across Europe and around the world. We are committed to providing robust planning and advice founded on rigorous analysis, thorough knowledge of the aviation industry and excellence in technical skills.. Our business is growing along with our track record of exceptional aviation projects.
We are currently seeking an experienced Airfield Planner to join our Airfield Engineering team in the Midlands. In this role, you will also be part of the Aviation Planning team across the UKIMEA and Europe regions, with a primary focus on supporting UK airfield projects, contributing to regional and global initiatives. The expectation is for the role to be Nottingham based but we can consider applications to be based at other Arup offices.
Is this role for you?
The successful candidate will take responsibility within Airfield Engineering, for tasks relating to some or all of the following:
What We Offer You
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact drina.zupanovicgerard@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.
Closing Date: 16.11. 2025
We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.
# AVIATION_Jobs_UKIMEA
Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world. Arup has been involved in aviation development for more than 50 years, working on a wide range of assignments at over 100 airports worldwide. Through strong internal networks we benchmark and share the learning from our aviation and other sector experience to deliver better solutions for our clients.
The Opportunity
Arup’s UKIMEA and Europe Aviation Planning team operates globally delivering the planning for major airports across Europe and around the world. We are committed to providing robust planning and advice founded on rigorous analysis, thorough knowledge of the aviation industry and excellence in technical skills.. Our business is growing along with our track record of exceptional aviation projects.
We are currently seeking an experienced Airfield Planner to join our Airfield Engineering team in the Midlands. In this role, you will also be part of the Aviation Planning team across the UKIMEA and Europe regions, with a primary focus on supporting UK airfield projects, contributing to regional and global initiatives. The expectation is for the role to be Nottingham based but we can consider applications to be based at other Arup offices.
Is this role for you?
The successful candidate will take responsibility within Airfield Engineering, for tasks relating to some or all of the following:
- A irport planning experience – including airfield facilities requirements and planning, airport master planning, technical due diligence and a desire to build a long term aviation planning and consultancy career.
- Airfield and apron Planning & Demand/capacity analysis
- Facilities programming and technical coordination
- Whether working for regional airports or the world’s largest hubs, we apply the same high calibre of analysis, creativity and strategic thinking, focused on understanding and serving our clients’ needs. Client interfacing - representing Arup at internal and external meetings
- Leading and Participating in the development of airfield spatial plans and designs & airfield simulation models
- Developing airfield facility requirements
- Project management & technical coordination
- Management and development of junior staff
- Business Development in the field of Airfield Planning and Simulation
- Provide assistance in the preparation of airport master plans, program definition documents, planning studies and reports
- Educated to degree level in aviation, planning, civil engineering or architecture related subject (preferably post-graduate degree)
- Knowledge of platforms such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Revit, including experience with 3D modelling.
- Experience in airfield /apron layout detail planning using AviPlan and airfield simulation dynamic modelling (eg CAST Aircraft, Airtop) and ICAO, EASA and IATA standards and recommended practices is required including experience in their interpretation.
What We Offer You
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact drina.zupanovicgerard@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.
Closing Date: 16.11. 2025
We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.
# AVIATION_Jobs_UKIMEA
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