Plan the airports of tomorrow — from terminal masterplanning and airside operations to capacity studies shaping the UK's aviation future.

Who We Are
Architecture Social is a specialist recruitment partner and professional community built for the built environment and infrastructure sectors. We work with multidisciplinary consultancies delivering major UK and international airport projects — firms that regularly brief us to find Aviation Planners with genuine sector expertise. These conversations often happen well before roles are publicly advertised.

What our clients typically ask for
• Experience in airport masterplanning, airside and landside operations or terminal design
• Understanding of CAA regulations, ICAO standards and airport safeguarding requirements
• Proficiency in relevant planning software and GIS tools
• Strong analytical and spatial planning skills applied to complex infrastructure
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders including airport operators, airlines and local authorities
• Degree in planning, aviation management, engineering or a related discipline

If your career has been shaped by aviation infrastructure and complex stakeholder environments, we want to hear from you.

Why Register With Architecture Social
Early access to opportunities: aviation planning roles are rarely advertised openly, and many are filled through our network before they reach the market. Studio alignment: we match your specialist experience and career direction to the right consultancies. Confidential support: salary benchmarking, honest guidance on the aviation infrastructure market and a discreet process that keeps you in control. Community benefits: join peer forums, attend skill-building webinars and tap into practical career tools on the Architecture Social platform.

How to Apply
If a live vacancy suits you, apply through the listing and we will champion your application. If nothing fits right now, submit a speculative application here. Your profile joins our Aviation Planner talent pool, and we will contact you as soon as the ideal opportunity appears.