Planning Manager
Talentmagnet are recruiting on behalf of a Multimillion pound contractor who specialise in high voltage power transmission & distribution projects. Industry sectors include utilities, renewable energy, rail and private networks.
Benefits:
- Company Car / Allowance
- Private Healthcare
- Life Assurance
- 25 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays
- Company Pension
Planning Manager - About the job
The Planning Manager will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the planning activities within our engineering and construction projects. This role requires a strong focus on critical path analysis, commercial acumen, progress reporting, and the development and management of baseline and construction programmes. The Planning Manager will lead a small team of planners to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
Planning Manager Responsibilities:
- Perform detailed critical path analysis to identify key project milestones and potential delays.
- Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure timely project completion.
- Understand and manage the commercial aspects of projects, including budget control, cost forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Resource and workforce forecasting and planning.
- Collaborate with the commercial team to ensure alignment of planning activities with commercial objectives.
- Develop and maintain progress reporting systems to provide accurate and timely updates to stakeholders.
- Prepare and present regular progress reports, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and areas of concern.
- Develop and maintain baseline and construction programmes for projects, ensuring they are realistic, achievable, and aligned with project goals.
- Monitor and update programmes as necessary to reflect changes in project scope, schedule, and resources.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of planners, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Allocate resources effectively to ensure the team meets project requirements and deadlines.
- Liaise with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination.
- Resolve any planning-related issues that arise during project execution.
- Creation and presentation of management information.
Planning Manager Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Planning Manager or in a similar role within the engineering and construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of critical path analysis, project scheduling, and programme management.
- Excellent commercial acumen and understanding of financial aspects of project management.
- Proficiency in project management software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Asta PowerProject or equivalent.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team.
- Knowledge of rail, renewables, and private network projects is highly desirable.
- Willingness to travel as required
If you would like to be considered for this position, please apply via the advert immediately, and we will be in touch