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 80 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 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

📌 Senior Airport Planner (Milano)
🏢 Arup
📍 Milano