Airport Engineering Projects Manager

The Shannon Airport Group

Role Purpose:

Shannon Airport Group is a commercial semi-state company providing air transport and aviation services at Shannon Airport and its environs while also supporting the growing aviation cluster in the region. In addition, The Shannon Airport Group owns and manages a large commercial property portfolio of office blocks and a range of industrial, advanced manufacturing and aviation facilities in the region.

The Airport Engineering Project Manager will lead on the delivery of a portfolio of general airport projects in airside and landside environments, covering existing infrastructure, facilities, systems and utilities. For larger capital projects at the Airport, this role will liaise with our capital construction project managers, providing technical input, coordination and assurance to ensure airport operational safety and regulatory requirements are met. 

This position leads a project team and manages consultants, contractors and stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on time, within budget and in compliance with aviation, engineering and regulatory requirements.

If you are looking for a role where your judgement, leadership and problem-solving skills genuinely matter, this might be the role for you. This role combines challenge and visible impact.

The Opportunity:

As the Airport Engineering Projects Manager, you will work closely with the Airport
Maintenance Manager and Energy Manager and report to the Head of Engineering. Your team
will have technical experts and will collaborate with a range of internal stakeholders in the
company.

What You'll be Doing:

• Scope, plan and design small to medium size airport projects in both airside and landside environments, preparing the technical specifications, supporting procurement processes and supplier evaluations
• Manage contractors and suppliers on site, oversee permits to work, method statements, RAMS, technical submittals, inspections and commissioning
• Act as the technical interface between airport engineering/operations and our colleague capital project managers providing airport specific technical input
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvements, e.g. sustainability projects, automation and energy efficiency
• Typical project work includes terminal upgrades such as HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning), Building Management System, electrical distribution, UPS/generators, fire safety, airside and landside civil works. Airside project work is focused on safety and compliance and includes taxiway, apron and airside stands, pavement works and repairs, ducting and associated infrastructure as well as aeronautical data and airfield documentation.
• Leading contractors and consultants in a live airport environment
• Managing programme cost, quality and risk on complex projects
• Championing the highest quality and safety standards across all project phases
• Providing clear, confident advice to senior stakeholders and decision makers.
• Resolving issues quickly and efficiently in a fast-moving environment
• Liaison with various utility suppliers and Government Agencies to cultivate strong working relationships.
• Adhering to public procurement guidelines, ensuring compliance and competitive procedures are followed and working closely with our Procurement Team.
• Be fully accountable for the delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, in accordance with the contract requirements and to budget.
• Responsible for effective client relationship management, collaborative approach and providing updates to internal and external stakeholders on project/contract progress.
• Leading a team of technical experts, cultivating and improving the skills base of the team

What we Offer:

• A collaborative, professional project environment
• A strong emphasis on safety, planning and quality
• Career development opportunities to include training programmes and ongoing professional development
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package
• Complimentary airport parking

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Requirements for the role:

• We’re looking for someone with an engineering qualification, Civil Engineering (CEng) or related degree with additional project management training and qualifications
• Minimum 10+ years post graduate experience in a similar engineering project or facilities projects role
• Experience working within highly regulated operational environments
• Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel/Power point.
• Experienced in AutoCAD / Project Manager / Presentation Software

How to Apply:

Please refer to our website www.snnairportgroup.ie/careers/vacancies/ to complete the application form, to include both CV and Cover Letter no later than 12 noon on Friday 24th July 2026.

*Candidates will be required to successfully complete an interview, Garda Vetting and enhanced background check in accordance with National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP) requirements and a pre-employment medical.