About SteerWe are Steer and we help people, places and economies thrive. Steer is a global employee-owned business consultancy specializing in transportation, cities and infrastructure, with over 460 staff in 24 offices around the world.We have an enduring commitment to generate success for our clients, for ourselves and for the communities which we support. A commitment that ultimately improves the way people live, work and travel.At Steer, our organization works to improve the outlook of our region, ensuring that our clients keep social and environmental impact in mind as they conduct their operations. The team you will be joining is based across our three UK offices in London, Leeds and Manchester. In addition, there will be opportunities to work with colleagues based in our offices overseas. Our social and cultural responsibilities form an important part of our culture and values. We believe that actions speak louder than words, and therefore have annual measurable targets across all social impact areas, particularly DEIA and sustainability. This year we are delighted to have won the 'Best Graduate Programme' award from Women in Rail and our senior staff offer mentoring support to Women in Transport. We have also committed to successfully operate as a Net Zero Carbon company by 2025, participating in the UN’s Global Compact.For further information on Steer, please take a moment to review our website Steer | Helping people, places and economies thrive (steergroup.com) About the roleDo you have a passionate interest in the UK, European and global airports sector, highly analytical mindset, strong communication skills and an ability to challenge assumptions? Are you comfortable working across technical, commercial and strategic questions, and keen to develop your advisory skills in a consulting environment?As a specialist in airport planning, airport infrastructure, building design, engineering advisory or capital investment programmes, you will be joining a highly motivated and friendly team providing advice to a wide range of private and public-sector clients, including airports, airlines, financial institutions, industry bodies, and economic regulators. Our work includes:· Airport capital development and infrastructure programmes, including business case reviews, capital investment plans, cost benchmarking, benefits assessment and delivery risk analysis;· Air traffic forecasts, business plans (aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenues, operating costs, EBITDA and capital investments) for airports and financial institutions; · Aviation policy and advice to regulators on a wide range of economic/competition issues; and· Market and strategic analysis to all our clients.Our Infrastructure and Assets Advisory division has a long and proven track record in delivering high quality advice to airport operators, investors, lenders, airlines and regulators around the world.We believe in empowering our people and giving them the opportunities to shine. Being an employee-owned company means that our people are dedicated and passionate about what they do, and it is the reason why we are at the forefront of our industry. We are always looking to find new colleagues that share these values. Work EnvironmentAll Steer employees seeking a full-time opportunity are encouraged to spend 40% of their time either in office or on-site with clients. An employee’s typical work week consists of 40 hours (Hours, expectations, and exemption status will be adjusted for any applicant seeking a part-time opportunity.)CompensationSteer is committed to ensuring that all its employees are compensated a fair, liveable wage. All initial compensation, regardless of location, may be subject to change as skills, abilities, internal equity and geographic location are taken into account.In addition to base salary, all employees will be eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus. Please review the benefits section for more information on total reward.Steer reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional compensation. RequirementsKey responsibilities The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of our aviation team and will be required to:Deliver technical analyses relating to airport infrastructure, capital investment programmes, aviation forecasts and business plans.Undertake report writing and presentations to clientsLead workstreams and/or projectsLead or support the delivery of high-quality proposalsLead or support business developmentShare knowledge and contributes to discipline developmentKey competencies and experience:Have a degree with strong technical content such as in Engineering, Airport Planning, and Transport PlanningStrong analytical aptitude and problem-solving skillsProfessional experience in airport planning, airport infrastructure, airport advisory, engineering consultancy, asset management or capital programme delivery.Willingness to develop expertise across other aviation advisory disciplines including traffic forecasting, business planning, economic regulation, strategy and transaction support.Excellent time management with the ability to juggle time across multiple projects and prioritise deadlines seamlesslyExcellent proficiency in oral and written English.Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical details clearly to non-technical audiencesClient facing and/or client-side experienceGood team player, able to work collaborativelyDesirable competencies and experience:We operate on a broad range of international projects within Europe, the Americas and Asia so fluency in other languages from these geographies is a bonus but not essential.· Experience of policy work (such as for the European Commission or the Department for Transport)· Interest in sustainability matters.BenefitsFor our UK applicants, we offer a competitive package of benefits including private medical insurance and health screening, life assurance, group income protection, company pension scheme, EAP, ability to buy and sell annual leave days, Season Ticket Loan, a group Share Incentive Plan, up to 5 days for volunteering activities and a discretionary bonus scheme based on annual compensation (dependent upon individual and company performance).Additionally, we offer 25 vacation days, 8 paid holidays and a bi-annual performance review process.Steer is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all candidates regardless of race, color, ancestry, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Any other human expressions and experiences not mentioned here are equally welcome. If you require an accommodation, now or throughout your employment, please let us know. In our commitment to inclusivity in the workplace, Steer has welcomed the creation of various Employee Resource Groups, dedicated to ensuring the support, progression, and well-being of all employees. For more information, check out our social responsibility page Our social responsibility | Steer (steergroup.com).Our evaluation processes are designed around merit and capability. We don’t select people on the prestige of their educational establishments or other background information. Our interviewers are trained on how to manage selection processes fairly and without bias, and to conduct processes which do not selectively appeal more to one or more demographic to the detriment of any others.We understand that some may be dissuaded to apply based off their compatibility with the job description. That being said, we understand that not everyone is a perfect match on paper and encourage anyone to apply regardless of how much their work experience directly relates to the job description.Part-time and flexible working applications will be considered.
About Steer
We are Steer and we help people, places and economies thrive. Steer is a global employee-owned business consultancy specializing in transportation, cities and infrastructure, with over 460 staff in 24 offices around the world.
We have an enduring commitment to generate success for our clients, for ourselves and for the communities which we support. A commitment that ultimately improves the way people live, work and travel.
At Steer, our organization works to improve the outlook of our region, ensuring that our clients keep social and environmental impact in mind as they conduct their operations. The team you will be joining is based across our three UK offices in London, Leeds and Manchester. In addition, there will be opportunities to work with colleagues based in our offices overseas.
Our social and cultural responsibilities form an important part of our culture and values. We believe that actions speak louder than words, and therefore have annual measurable targets across all social impact areas, particularly DEIA and sustainability. This year we are delighted to have won the 'Best Graduate Programme' award from Women in Rail and our senior staff offer mentoring support to Women in Transport. We have also committed to successfully operate as a Net Zero Carbon company by 2025, participating in the UN’s Global Compact.
For further information on Steer, please take a moment to review our website Steer | Helping people, places and economies thrive (steergroup.com)
About the role
Do you have a passionate interest in the UK, European and global airports sector, highly analytical mindset, strong communication skills and an ability to challenge assumptions? Are you comfortable working across technical, commercial and strategic questions, and keen to develop your advisory skills in a consulting environment?
As a specialist in airport planning, airport infrastructure, building design, engineering advisory or capital investment programmes, you will be joining a highly motivated and friendly team providing advice to a wide range of private and public-sector clients, including airports, airlines, financial institutions, industry bodies, and economic regulators. Our work includes:
· Airport capital development and infrastructure programmes, including business case reviews, capital investment plans, cost benchmarking, benefits assessment and delivery risk analysis;
· Air traffic forecasts, business plans (aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenues, operating costs, EBITDA and capital investments) for airports and financial institutions;
· Aviation policy and advice to regulators on a wide range of economic/competition issues; and
· Market and strategic analysis to all our clients.
Our Infrastructure and Assets Advisory division has a long and proven track record in delivering high quality advice to airport operators, investors, lenders, airlines and regulators around the world.
We believe in empowering our people and giving them the opportunities to shine. Being an employee-owned company means that our people are dedicated and passionate about what they do, and it is the reason why we are at the forefront of our industry. We are always looking to find new colleagues that share these values.
Work Environment
All Steer employees seeking a full-time opportunity are encouraged to spend 40% of their time either in office or on-site with clients. An employee’s typical work week consists of 40 hours (Hours, expectations, and exemption status will be adjusted for any applicant seeking a part-time opportunity.)
Compensation
Steer is committed to ensuring that all its employees are compensated a fair, liveable wage. All initial compensation, regardless of location, may be subject to change as skills, abilities, internal equity and geographic location are taken into account.
In addition to base salary, all employees will be eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus. Please review the benefits section for more information on total reward.
Steer reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional compensation.
Requirements
Key responsibilities
The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of our aviation team and will be required to:
- Deliver technical analyses relating to airport infrastructure, capital investment programmes, aviation forecasts and business plans.
- Undertake report writing and presentations to clients
- Lead workstreams and/or projects
- Lead or support the delivery of high-quality proposals
- Lead or support business development
- Share knowledge and contributes to discipline development
Key competencies and experience:
- Have a degree with strong technical content such as in Engineering, Airport Planning, and Transport Planning
- Strong analytical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Professional experience in airport planning, airport infrastructure, airport advisory, engineering consultancy, asset management or capital programme delivery.
- Willingness to develop expertise across other aviation advisory disciplines including traffic forecasting, business planning, economic regulation, strategy and transaction support.
- Excellent time management with the ability to juggle time across multiple projects and prioritise deadlines seamlessly
- Excellent proficiency in oral and written English.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical details clearly to non-technical audiences
- Client facing and/or client-side experience
- Good team player, able to work collaboratively
Desirable competencies and experience:
- We operate on a broad range of international projects within Europe, the Americas and Asia so fluency in other languages from these geographies is a bonus but not essential.
· Experience of policy work (such as for the European Commission or the Department for Transport)
· Interest in sustainability matters.
Benefits
For our UK applicants, we offer a competitive package of benefits including private medical insurance and health screening, life assurance, group income protection, company pension scheme, EAP, ability to buy and sell annual leave days, Season Ticket Loan, a group Share Incentive Plan, up to 5 days for volunteering activities and a discretionary bonus scheme based on annual compensation (dependent upon individual and company performance).
Additionally, we offer 25 vacation days, 8 paid holidays and a bi-annual performance review process.
Steer is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all candidates regardless of race, color, ancestry, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Any other human expressions and experiences not mentioned here are equally welcome. If you require an accommodation, now or throughout your employment, please let us know.
In our commitment to inclusivity in the workplace, Steer has welcomed the creation of various Employee Resource Groups, dedicated to ensuring the support, progression, and well-being of all employees. For more information, check out our social responsibility page Our social responsibility | Steer (steergroup.com).
Our evaluation processes are designed around merit and capability. We don’t select people on the prestige of their educational establishments or other background information. Our interviewers are trained on how to manage selection processes fairly and without bias, and to conduct processes which do not selectively appeal more to one or more demographic to the detriment of any others.
We understand that some may be dissuaded to apply based off their compatibility with the job description. That being said, we understand that not everyone is a perfect match on paper and encourage anyone to apply regardless of how much their work experience directly relates to the job description.
Part-time and flexible working applications will be considered.
Steer is a global consultancy specialising in the critical services and infrastructure that make our world work.Our interdisciplinary teams combine deep industry experience and real-world insights with strategic excellence, commercial acumen, and technical expertise. Leveraging the most advanced technology and data science.From mobility to energy and technology to education, we’re trusted to deliver powerful solutions that make a measurable difference – to our clients, the communities we work in and the world we share.We are inclusiveOur role in making businesses thrive, cities flourish, and our communities stronger means that we take our social and cultural responsibilities seriously and that they form an important part of our culture and values.We love what we doAbove all else, we are passionate about our work. We have a tangible sense of pride in the work we deliver, which drives us all to make a measurable difference - to our clients, the communities we work in and the world we share.
Steer is a global consultancy specialising in the critical services and infrastructure that make our world work.
Our interdisciplinary teams combine deep industry experience and real-world insights with strategic excellence, commercial acumen, and technical expertise. Leveraging the most advanced technology and data science.
From mobility to energy and technology to education, we’re trusted to deliver powerful solutions that make a measurable difference – to our clients, the communities we work in and the world we share.
We are inclusive
Our role in making businesses thrive, cities flourish, and our communities stronger means that we take our social and cultural responsibilities seriously and that they form an important part of our culture and values.
We love what we do
Above all else, we are passionate about our work. We have a tangible sense of pride in the work we deliver, which drives us all to make a measurable difference - to our clients, the communities we work in and the world we share.
