Senior Manager – Operational Technology & Airport Systems

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project:

This is an opportunity to work on a large new build airport, that will set a global benchmark for aviation experience and aims to attract 120 million passengers by 2030 in Saudi Arabia.

We are seeking a Senior Manager - Operational Technology and Airport Systems to lead design assurance, technical governance and systems integration across major aviation and infrastructure programmes.

The role requires deep expertise in airport systems, operational technology and digital infrastructure, with the ability to translate complex requirements into practical, scalable solutions while ensuring alignment with programme and client objectives.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Providing specialist technical leadership across airport systems, operational technology and smart infrastructure programmes.
• Reviewing and assuring technical designs, specifications and submissions issued by design partners.
• Leading design reviews to ensure compliance with operational, safety, resilience and performance requirements.
• Supporting the planning and delivery of integrated airport systems including passenger processing, baggage handling interfaces, airside systems, security systems, communications networks and command centre technologies.
• Advising on digital strategy and systems architecture for airport city developments and smart destinations.
• Ensuring seamless integration between IT, OT and enterprise systems to enable operational efficiency and data-led decision making.
• Supporting cybersecurity, resilience and governance standards across critical operational environments.
• Working with infrastructure, construction and programme teams to ensure technology requirements are embedded into wider asset delivery.
• Providing technical input into procurement strategies, tender evaluations, vendor selection and systems assurance processes.
• Driving innovation opportunities across automation, analytics, IoT and digital twin applications for aviation environments.
• Engaging confidently with senior client stakeholders, operators, consultants and contractors throughout project lifecycles.
• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

You’ll need to have:

• Relevant degree or equivalent.
• Extensive experience delivering airport systems and OT across major aviation and critical infrastructure programmes.
• Strong technical expertise in integrated security, building systems and smart digital infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary coordination and ensure robust, scalable design solutions.
• Strong stakeholder engagement across complex environments, with focus on resilience, performance and programme delivery.
• Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and have relevant work experience working on high-valued projects/programmes for a project management consultancy business, which are required for immigration and client approval.immigration and client approval.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables and strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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