Senior Manager Development

Job Description

About the role:

We are seeking a visionary and results-driven Senior Manager Development to lead the planning, structuring and execution of complex airport infrastructure programs. This role plays a pivotal part in translating strategic objectives into integrated development initiatives that enhance capacity, operational efficiency and the passenger experience while ensuring alignment with the Airport Master Plan, regulatory frameworks and corporate strategy.

Strategic Accountabilities

• Define and translate long-term airport development objectives into structured project plans aligned with the Airport Master Plan, regulatory frameworks, and organizational goals.
• Contribute to the development and prioritization of capital investment portfolios, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and financial sustainability.
• Support governance forums such as steering committees and working groups by preparing business cases, investment plans, and risk assessments to inform timely decision-making.
• Champion the adoption of smart technologies, sustainability practices, and AI-enabled planning tools in development programs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across engineering, operations, IT, finance, and commercial functions to ensure integrated planning and execution.
• Engage with regulatory bodies and external partners to support alignment and compliance across development initiatives.

Operational Accountabilities

• Lead the planning and execution of major infrastructure programs, including but not limited to airside asset replacement, utilities, IT systems, baggage systems, landside projects, and stakeholder-led initiatives.
• Ensure that all development initiatives are structured into coherent portfolios with defined KPIs, delivery milestones, business cases, and benefit realization plans.
• Monitor project performance, delivery risks, and readiness across assigned portfolios, ensuring alignment with transformation and operational goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely issue resolution, stakeholder alignment, and operational integration of completed assets.
• Lead and mentor a team of Development Managers and Project Sponsors, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Infrastructure Planning, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in airport development or capital program management.
• Proven success in managing large-scale capital development projects in regulated environments.
• Expertise in airport systems, infrastructure master planning, CAPEX governance and lifecycle cost optimization.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Proficiency in project tracking, risk management and executive-level reporting.
• Experience with smart airport infrastructure and sustainability practices.