Senior Manager – Programme Management (Airfield Systems & CNS/STM Coordination)

Senior Manager – Programme Management (Airfield Systems & CNS/STM Coordination)

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Senior Manager – Programme Management (Airfield Systems & CNS/STM Coordination)

The strategy group maps out where we’re going, what that means, and what it looks like. Our research team analyses the industry so that we’re never playing catch-up. Design translates strategies into award winning products and experiences. In program management, it’s more about the delivery of our strategies into realized benefits. And our corporate planning team creates strategy so that we’re agile enough to respond in a fast-evolving industry

What you'll deliver

  • You’ll lead the end‑to‑end delivery of airfield and airside systems projects from concept and business case through to operational handover.
  • You’ll manage projects in a live aerodrome environment, ensuring minimal impact to safety, capacity, operations, and maintenance.
  • You’ll develop and execute operationally driven project delivery plans, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, procurement, and governance.
  • You’ll drive strong stakeholder engagement across internal departments, regulators, operators, and external partners.
  • You’ll navigate and resolve complex technical, operational, and stakeholder challenges using structured problem‑solving.
  • You’ll oversee Operational Readiness, Activation, and Transition (ORAT) to ensure systems are fit for purpose and fully integrated.
  • You’ll define, document, and govern project requirements aligned to operational needs and delivery feasibility.
  • You’ll facilitate pre‑concept and design activities with Design, Research, and SME teams.
  • You’ll drive project approvals and maintain robust documentation and governance throughout delivery.
What you bring
  • You’ll be educated to a Bachelor’s degree level in Engineering, Project management or related with atleast 7-10 years of relevant experience within Aviation, Airports, Complex Infrastructure, Special Systems.
  • You’ll have proven leadership in airfield or airport systems project management within complex operational environments.
  • You’ll have a strong understanding of aerodrome maneuvering areas and airside operations.
  • You’ll have working knowledge of airside systems and assets, such as AGLCMS, ATCT interfaces, surveillance systems, airfield communications, cameras, and centralized control systems.
  • You’’ have demonstrated ability to manage senior stakeholders and build trusted, collaborative relationships.
  • You’ll have previous experience delivering projects through complex technical, operational, and stakeholder constraints.
  • You’ll have strong capability in project planning, scheduling, risk and issue management, budget control, and contract administration.
  • You’ll have experience with Operational Readiness and transition into live operations.
  • You’ll have ability to translate operational requirements into practical, deliverable project solutions.
Life at Dubai Airports Fast-moving and fast-growing, Dubai Airports is a business that’s all about delivering great airport experiences, 24 hours a day. Life here means always pushing – and being pushed – to work better and smarter. With us, you’ll be encouraged to be the best you can be. You’ll be part of the team that connects the world. And at every opportunity, you’ll go beyond; delivering an advanced, innovative future for yourself and our business, and making an Impact that delivers for Dubai.
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