Senior Lead Master Planner

Overview

Lead planning and design of airport master plans and major infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• consultant management
• risk management
• master planning
• regulatory liaison
• progress reporting
• software utilization

Tasks

-Oversee the procurement and management of external consultants, ensuring their deliverables meet quality standards and project timelines. -Build andmaintainstrong working relationships with internal departments (Operations, Commercial, Finance, Security, ATC), airlines, ground handlers, concessionaires, and external government agencies. -Proactivelyidentifypotential project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement robust control measures to prevent delays and cost overruns. -Review and approve planning documents, reports, and designs prepared by the planning team. -Lead the development, review, and update of comprehensive airport master plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, traffic forecasts, operational requirements, and regulatory compliance (e.g., DGCA,ICAO, FAA, EASA,). -Act as a primary liaison with regulatory bodies (e.g., aviation authorities, environmental agencies) to secure necessary approvals and permits. -Monitor project progress against established baselines, prepare regular progress reports, and present updates to senior management and stakeholders. -Integrate sustainability principles, environmental considerations, and community impact assessments into all planning activities -Utilize advanced planning software (e.g., AutoCAD, GIS,AviPLAN,AirTOp) and data analysis tools to enhance planning accuracy and efficiency. -Take ultimate responsibility for the planning phase of major airport development projects, ensuring they are meticulously planned, resourced, and scheduled for timely completion. -Champion the adoption of best practices in design, engineering, project management, and environmental stewardship. -Identifyand evaluate various development options, prepare conceptual designs, and develop feasibility studies for infrastructure expansion and modernization projects. -Support Business development and new project pursuits -Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and innovative solutions in airport planning and development. -Ensure all planning activities and project designs adhere to relevant national and international aviation regulations, standards, and guidelines. -Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation,utilizingindustry-standard project management methodologies. -Lead, mentor, and guide a team of airport planners and technical specialists, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. -Conduct in-depthanalysesof existing airport facilities, capacity, operational efficiencies, and future growth projections for airside,landside, and terminal areas. -Delegate tasks effectively, provide constructive feedback, and support the professional development of team members. -Facilitate workshops, presentations, and public consultations to gather input and build consensus among diverse stakeholder groups.

Requirements

• autocad
• gis
• revit
• project management
• leadership
• icao standards

What You Bring

-In-depth knowledge of ICAO Annex 14 standards,DGCA CAR & Circular, BCAS Circulars,FAA Advisory Circulars, orequivalentotheraviation authority requirements. -Demonstratedexpertisein airport master planning processes, methodologies, and deliverables. -Proficiencywith airport planning software (e.g.,AviPLAN, AutoCAD, GIS, Revit). -Proactive, results-oriented, and able to work effectively under pressure. -High levelof integrity and professionalism. -Proven leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams and external consultants. -Exceptionaldesign andproject management skills, includingdesign coordination,budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and quality control. -Ability to build consensus, influence stakeholders, and manage conflicts effectively. -Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget in a complex stakeholder environment. -Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to complex planning challenges. -Highly analytical with strong problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail. -Strong understanding of airside, landside, and terminal planning principles, including runway/taxiway geometry, stand allocation, passenger flow, and ground transportation. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences. -Strong presentation and negotiation skills.

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About Jacobs

-Headquartered in Dallas, it has evolved into a global powerhouse delivering consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery services. -Its portfolio spans transformative projects—clean water systems, data centers, rail expansions, offshore wind roadmaps, and wastewater plants. -Specialising in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, national security & defense, life sciences, transportation and water sectors. -Jacobs has reshaped itself via key moves—spinning off government services, acquiring CH2M in 2017, and exiting traditional oil & gas units. -Projects often tackle high-stakes, complex challenges: wastewater treatment in Vancouver, LIRR station upgrades, and AI data centres in Portugal. -Unusually, the firm shifted its HQ from California to Dallas in 2016 to align with its expanding national and global reach.

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