Airport Planner

Job description / Role

My client a large international consultancy requires a senior airport planner to take part in the planning and development activities for small and large-scale airports. The role can be based remotely with frequent trips to regional design offices and sites in the MENA region.

The position requires experience as follows:
• Conduct market research and formulate various types of forecast for airport business (commercial airports, general aviation, cargo, etc.).
• Able to assess and develop flight schedules based on a given forecast.
• Develop peak demand for terminal building (hourly, daily)
• Develop airfield layout plan based on international codes and standards (ICAO, FAA, other advisory documents applicable to the MENA region).
• Assess the capacity of various runway configuration (dual/ triple approach runways) and estimated taxi times.
• Develop ancillary building requirements in terms of built-up areas and associated staffing.
• Candidate should be skilled in data gathering and analysis, technical writing, and preparation of proposals.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (Master's degree in airport planning is a plus).
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience in Airport Layout Plan and Master Plan Production and working knowledge of Aviation Simulation Tools

About the Company

Blake Anderson is a boutique consultancy based in the UK, with a satellite office in Dubai. Specialising in Technical and Construction Recruitment, Blake Anderson provides a superior service to clients and candidates within the construction and technical sectors.

We concentrate on placing professionals throughout the world, focusing mainly on the Middle East and Asia, drawing on both the global and local markets for highly qualified professionals. In order to attract the best talent, we invest in various high-end advertising mediums.

With a database of 1,000's of candidates, our experienced consultants have a wealth of recruitment knowledge and have a consultative approach at all times, ensuring a second to none service.