Project Manager at Celnor Group in Crawley, England, United Kingdom | GBP55,000-70,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

stakeholder management

client liaison

project scheduling

integrated coordination

operational planning

risk management

Provide strong stakeholder management and communication with clients, teams, and operational partners
Act as the single point of contact for blue-chip clients including airports, designers, and contractors
Define project scope and create detailed programmes using Microsoft Project (Primavera P6 desirable)
Connect and coordinate different service disciplines to deliver integrated solutions
Ensure robust planning for live operational environments, including night work and complex scheduling around public access
Mentor Assistant Project Managers and contribute to the company's Project Management Procedure
Proactively identify and manage risks in challenging operational environments
Travel to sites including Gatwick, Heathrow, and other locations as required
Manage multiple large-scale and multi-disciplinary projects from inception to delivery across all Vision Survey service offerings

Requirements

primavera

prince2

ms project

civil engineering

risk management

stakeholder management

Proactive planner with excellent risk management expertise
3-5 years' experience managing projects in aviation, airports, or similarly complex live operational environments
Experience working in difficult operational environments with complications such as public access and live operations
Familiarity with Primavera P6
Experience managing minor works or multi-phase projects in live environments
APM, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification
Understanding of multiple surveying disciplines
Ability to connect multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate complex projects
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels
Civil engineering graduate who has progressed through site engineer and Assistant PM roles
Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to sites
Background in civil engineering, quantity surveying, or field engineering with hands-on site experience
Experience working at major UK airports (Gatwick, Heathrow, or similar)
Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Benefits

Health Insurance (Vitality)
Opportunity to work on high-profile aviation and infrastructure projects
IT & Phone Package
Continuous on-the-job training and development
Staff benefits package including discounts at retailers and gym memberships
Pension Scheme
Life Insurance
Hybrid working (Crawley office base with flexibility)
Clear career progression path to Programme Manager or Head of PMO

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

successful candidates may be required to undergo a dbs background check.

Company

Overview

2023

Company Founded

The company was established under private equity backer Inflexion.

£130M

Annualised Revenue

Achieved within the first year of operations through strategic acquisitions.

17 Member Firms Acquired

Acquired in the first year to expand technical capabilities across multiple sectors.

2025

International Expansion

Entered the U.S. market with the acquisition of John Turner Consulting.

Quickly expanded through a buy-and-build strategy.
Strategic acquisitions have deepened technical reach—from geotechnical testing and materials analysis to occupational hygiene, surveying, and environmental consultancy.
Typical projects range from infrastructure and built‑environment site investigations to water‑quality testing, asbestos surveys, and risk‑management consulting.
Structured into four core divisions—Built Environment, Safety & Compliance, Risk Management, and Analytical Sciences.
Notable for rapid scaling from a UK platform to global presence within two years.

Culture + Values

They are passionate about delivering excellence.
They take responsibility for delivering quality results.
They foster innovation to bring value to their customers.
They believe in the power of collaboration.
They are committed to continuous improvement.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2030

Emissions Goal

Committed to achieving net-zero emissions through sustainable and renewable methods.

Reduce carbon emissions through energy efficiency and renewable energy sources.
Sustainable practices integrated into all business operations.
Investing in green technologies to minimize environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

Strives for a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Gender parity in leadership roles is a key focus area.
Provides equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of background.

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About Celnor

Careers at Celnor

Role

Description

stakeholder management

client liaison

project scheduling

integrated coordination

operational planning

risk management

Provide strong stakeholder management and communication with clients, teams, and operational partners
Act as the single point of contact for blue-chip clients including airports, designers, and contractors
Define project scope and create detailed programmes using Microsoft Project (Primavera P6 desirable)
Connect and coordinate different service disciplines to deliver integrated solutions
Ensure robust planning for live operational environments, including night work and complex scheduling around public access
Mentor Assistant Project Managers and contribute to the company's Project Management Procedure
Proactively identify and manage risks in challenging operational environments
Travel to sites including Gatwick, Heathrow, and other locations as required
Manage multiple large-scale and multi-disciplinary projects from inception to delivery across all Vision Survey service offerings

Requirements

primavera

prince2

ms project

civil engineering

risk management

stakeholder management

Proactive planner with excellent risk management expertise
3-5 years' experience managing projects in aviation, airports, or similarly complex live operational environments
Experience working in difficult operational environments with complications such as public access and live operations
Familiarity with Primavera P6
Experience managing minor works or multi-phase projects in live environments
APM, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification
Understanding of multiple surveying disciplines
Ability to connect multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate complex projects
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels
Civil engineering graduate who has progressed through site engineer and Assistant PM roles
Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to sites
Background in civil engineering, quantity surveying, or field engineering with hands-on site experience
Experience working at major UK airports (Gatwick, Heathrow, or similar)
Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Benefits

Health Insurance (Vitality)
Opportunity to work on high-profile aviation and infrastructure projects
IT & Phone Package
Continuous on-the-job training and development
Staff benefits package including discounts at retailers and gym memberships
Pension Scheme
Life Insurance
Hybrid working (Crawley office base with flexibility)
Clear career progression path to Programme Manager or Head of PMO

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

successful candidates may be required to undergo a dbs background check.