Senior Airport Planner

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Milan.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup has been involved in aviation development for more than 60 years, working on a wide range of assignments at over 100 airports worldwide. Through strong internal networks we benchmark and share the learning from our aviation and other sector experience to deliver better solutions for our clients.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Airport Planner to join our Infrastructure team in the Milan office. In this role, you will also be part of the Aviation Planning team across the Europe & EIMEA Aviation Planning regions, with a primary focus of leading airport planning opportunities and projects in Italy, while also contributing to regional and global initiatives. Arup’s Aviation Planning team operates globally delivering the planning for major airports across Europe and elsewhere around the world. We are committed to providing robust aviation planning and advice founded on rigorous analysis, thorough knowledge of the aviation industry and technical skills second to none. Our business is growing along with our track record of exceptional aviation projects.

The role will support project delivery in Italy and abroad and it will support the business development in Italy and elsewhere, directly reporting to the Italian aviation business lead.

Whether working for small regional airports or the world’s largest hubs, we apply the same high calibre of analysis, creativity and strategic thinking, focused on understanding and serving our clients’ needs.

As a Senior Airport Planner at Arup, you will:

• Lead and participate in the development of airport spatial plans, designs, simulation models
• Undertake Demand/Capacity Analysis
• Develop airport facility requirements
• Manage and deliver tasks and projects
• Be responsible of project management & technical coordination
• Be responsible of the business development in the field of Airport Planning and Simulation
• Represent Arup at internal and external meetings with clients
• Provide assistance in the preparation of airport master plans, program definition documents, planning studies and reports
• Develop, elaborate and evaluate conceptual planning alternative for major elements of airport infrastructure airfield, passenger terminal, cargo, landside access
• Develop functional phasing plans.
• Plan and design aprons and airfield for new and existing airports; including related capacity/demand analysis, master planning, feasibility studies and stakeholder engagement.
• Work with the Aviation Planning group to augment and refine custom in-house analytical tools and/or develop new planning approaches.
• Coordinate with other disciplines including Architecture, terminal planning. Fuel, Air Navigation, Airfield ground lighting, buildings engineering, and civil engineering.

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about Project Management for aviation projects; Airfield and apron Planning. We also value:

• Master's degree level in aviation, planning, engineering or architecture related subject (preferably post-graduate degree)
• 6-10 years relevant airport planning experience – including airport and terminal facilities requirements and planning, airport master planning, technical due diligence and a desire to build a long term aviation planning and consultancy career
• Experience in CAD and graphic platforms such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Revit, including experience with 3D modelling. Being able to work independently
• Experience in airport operations, airspace and navigation aids
• Good organisational skills and experience of managing tasks, people and projects
• Strong and proven track record of delivering robust and high quality analytical work
• Experienced user of Office Microsoft packages, especially good excel and data analysis skills
• Excellent understanding of ICAO, EASA and IATA standards and recommended practices is required including experience in their interpretation.
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office package, with strong presentation skills.
• Verbal and written fluency in English and Italian is essential. Command of one or more other languages, such as Spanish, is highly desirable.
• Awareness of today’s aviation industry, including planning, design, construction, financing, operation and regulation of airports.

• Proven ability to lead and manage large scale aviation planning projects to meet project objectives, budgets and schedules

  Desirable (not essential)

• Master planning and simulation experience
• Knowledge of other languages
• GIS knowledge and/or other graphical software
• Data analytics software, Power BI
• Experience in airfield /apron layout detail planning using AviPlan.

• Experience in simulation dynamic modelling (eg CAST, Airtop)

• Excellent communication/presentational skills

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Flexible Working: flexible working arrangements are avaialble to support your financial, physical, and mental well-being.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an inclusive, innovative environment where your individuality is celebrated , and creativity is encouraged.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please visit our Candidate Support page for contact information and assistance. We're happy to help.

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