David Rawson
About David Rawson
David Rawson is a Senior Project Manager at ARUP with extensive experience in managing complex infrastructure projects, particularly in the aviation sector.
Current Position at ARUP
David Rawson has been serving as a Senior Project Manager at ARUP since 2014. Based in Fitzrovia, Central London, he oversees a range of large-scale projects. His role involves the coordination and implementation of strategic initiatives and managing infrastructure projects under tight operational constraints.
Previous Experience at Heathrow Airport
Before joining ARUP, David Rawson worked as a Senior Manager at Heathrow Airport from 2012 to 2014. Prior to that, he held the position of Project Manager at the same location for two years. His responsibilities included overseeing the execution of significant infrastructure projects and facilitating collaboration with various stakeholders.
Early Career and Roles
David Rawson's career began in 1987 as an Airfield Design Manager at Scott Wilson, now part of URS Corporation, where he worked for 13 years. He later moved to Jacobs in Reading, UK, serving as a Project Manager from 2000 to 2004. Subsequently, he took the role of Airfield Design Manager at BAA, managing projects across Gatwick, Heathrow, and Southampton airports until 2009.
Education and Professional Qualifications
David Rawson holds a Civil Engineering degree (BEng Hons) from the University of Leeds. He is also a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE). Additionally, he achieved APM qualifications from the Association of Project Management (APM), bolstering his comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies.
Special Projects and Key Contributions
David Rawson played a pivotal role in developing and implementing the 'Improvement Plan' for Heathrow Airport's Surface Water Pollution Control System. This project involved collaboration with the Environment Agency, Thames Water Utilities Ltd, and UK Power Networks Ltd. He also contributed to infrastructure projects at Farnborough Aerodrome for TAG Aviation, Belfast International Airport for TBI, and several UK military airfields under a Defence Estates Term Commission Award.