Role OverviewA leading construction organisation is seeking an experienced Planning Manager to oversee planning, scheduling, and programme governance across a portfolio of large-scale projects. This senior role provides strategic leadership across pre-construction and delivery phases, driving programme certainty, risk mitigation, and cross-functional coordination.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, manage, and optimise baseline construction programmes across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.Establish critical path logic, sequencing, dependencies, and scenario modelling to support project success.Ensure all programmes are robust, compliant, and reflective of project methodology and constraints.Project Controls & ReportingLead the planning and scheduling function across multiple projects, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with internal standards.Oversee progress measurement, earned value analysis, S-curves, resource modelling, and reporting dashboards.Produce monthly programme reports, progress forecasts, and risk assessments for senior leadership.Maintain accurate as-built programmes, variance analyses, and delay impact assessments.Stakeholder EngagementWork closely with project management, design teams, commercial teams, and site leadership to ensure cohesive planning inputs and outputs.Engage subcontractors and suppliers to gather programme-critical information including design release dates, long-lead items, and installation durations.Represent the planning function in progress meetings, tender reviews, and client presentations.Risk, Governance & Continuous ImprovementLead schedule risk assessments, mitigation strategies, recovery planning, and what-if modelling.Ensure compliance with relevant contract forms (NEC, RIAI, JCT, FIDIC, etc.) where applicable.Drive continuous improvement across planning systems, templates, controls, and digital workflows.Leadership & Team DevelopmentManage and mentor planners across multiple project teams.Support capability development and knowledge-sharing across planning and delivery functions.Maintain a high standard of programme governance across all projects under management.RequirementsQualifications & ExperienceDegree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.8+ years of experience in construction planning, including significant experience in a senior or lead planning role.Proven planning experience on major residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or mission-critical projects.Expert user of Primavera P6 (essential).Strong competency with MS Project, Asta Powerproject, Excel, Power BI, and reporting platforms.Deep understanding of construction sequencing, resource planning, and cost/time integration.Experience with 4D planning and BIM-linked digital planning workflows is advantageous.Core SkillsStrong communicator with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused.Comfortable leading planning functions on complex, multi-phase projects.Travel or vehicle allowanceLife insurance & income protectionContinuous Professional Development (CPD)Employee wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
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