Senior Project Manager - Transformation & Strategic Change

Summary

· Based at Manchester Airport or London Stansted Airport
· Permanent Contract
· Flexible/Hybrid working for a better work/life balance
· We are proud to be a diverse employer, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds

Why MAG?

At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate. Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities.  Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities. At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:
•    Bonus scheme
•    11% company contribution pension
•    Car allowance
•    Private medical scheme
•    25 days holiday plus bank holidays (plus the ability to buy additional days)
•    Free parking
•    Subsidised public transport
•    Huge range of company discounts
•    2 volunteering days per year
•    Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
•    Care Concierge service 
 

The role

As a Senior Project Manager within the Transformation & Strategic Change Team at MAG, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our three major airports: Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver large-scale, complex projects that are critical to our business needs and strategic goals. In this dynamic role, you will:

• Drive Transformation: Lead transformative projects that enhance customer experience, operational functions, and overall airport performance.
• Strategic Oversight: Oversee the delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Effective Planning: Utilise your planning skills to track and report on project progress, budgets and interdependencies. 
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks, resolving issues swiftly to ensure the seamless delivery of projects and programmes.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners to drive project success and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Join us and be at the forefront strategic change, making a tangible impact on the future of the air travel experience. If you are passionate about delivering excellence and thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have transformational experience, we would love to hear from you.

What will make you successful in the role?

You'll need to demonstrate experience of the following key skills:

• Project Management Expertise: Proven experience as a senior project manager, ideally with certification in PRINCE2 and/or APM.
• Business Transformation: Experience in delivering projects within large, complex business change and transformation environments (not necessarily in airports or aviation)
• Financial Acumen: Strong skills in financial planning and management to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Effective Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and with impact at all levels of the organisation, ensuring alignment and understanding across stakeholders.
• Matrix Management: Previous experience in matrix management within large, complex organisations, demonstrating your ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams effectively.