About The Role
Leo Lynch is seeking a Planning Manager who will be part of an exciting, fast‑moving and growing business team. The right candidate will be a self‑starter with dedication to seeing projects through to the end, an eye for detail, determination to standardise processes and turn‑over high‑quality work. They will be an integral part of a team that works cross‑functionally to deliver results.
This position will work closely with internal partners to deliver a portfolio of complex, multi‑disciplinary, multi‑million, multi‑year construction projects in various new markets. The Planning Manager will ensure project schedules are developed, updated and maintained to enable the construction team to deploy projects safely, on‑time and within budget.
This position involves direct contact with both internal and external stakeholders; the candidate must be able to communicate effectively with business partners at every level, including upper management, to inform decision‑making. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, able to work backwards from our client needs, a self‑starter, a creative, critical thinker focused on delivering results against high standards, and able to work independently in a collaborative, creative, ever‑changing and ambiguous environment. The right person will take ownership of their work, display a great deal of initiative and possess sound judgment and business acumen.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain company‑wide project reporting dashboards and report to the board
Responsible for company resource/labour mapping and reporting
Responsible for the professional development of project planners
Produce, develop and manage project schedules (Design, Pre‑construction, Procurement, Off‑site fabrication, Construction and Commissioning)
Assist project managers to develop accurate programme of works files
Generate labour histograms and progress reports for team, management, client and stakeholders
Monitor and report on project progress
Identify any issues in the planning process and assist in solving them to a satisfactory conclusion
Work with multiple teams across different sectors
Ensure compliance with company standards and procedures
Liaise with Directors, Management and project team
Assist with company expansion plans
Support junior/intermediate project planners
Candidate Requirements
10+ years’ experience in a project planning role within the construction industry, 3+ years in a lead or management role
Relevant qualification in Primavera P6, Asta, and Microsoft Project
Self‑motivated and organised individual
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Ability to work on own initiative
Excellent communication skills
Negotiation skills, scheduling and time management
Experience using Microsoft 365 suite of programs
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