Planning Manager
17 days ago
Eastbourne
Scope of the role • The Planning Manager is responsible for leading and determining the strategic objectives of the planning function within the Civils Division. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on Senior Planner responsibility on named contracts. Planning & Programme Management • Establish, develop, and regularly review common working practices across the planning function, • Act as custodian of the Planning Manual and associated toolbox guidance and forms, keeping these current, • Ensure logic-linked contract programmes are issued, agreed, and maintained throughout the project lifecycle, • Ensure progress is routinely marked up and reported in line with design and construction reporting procedures, • Fulfil the weekly reporting procedure to monitor site activities and flag risks or delays, • Assist in producing recovery programmes where required, • Ensure ‘as-built’ programmes are produced in accordance with procedures, • Maintain a functioning Primavera P6 central database at head office Tender Planning • Assimilate and interpret tender documentation to produce robust, credible tender programmes, • Contribute to bid-winning and commercial strategy during the tender phase, • Manage the development of programme structure and methodology for tender submissions, • Contribute to written tender submissions, ensuring planning content is clear, accurate, and compelling, • Support the communication and transfer of knowledge from tender to construction team post-award Stakeholder & Approvals Management • Develop and maintain effective working relationships at the appropriate client level, • Gather, monitor, and communicate programme information in formats suited to the audience, • Influence decision-making by presenting programme data and analysis in a compelling, accessible way Line Management • Lead and manage the planning team, including internal reporting, recruitment, and staff development, • Oversee training delivery and maintain a programme of continuous professional development Qualifications & Experience • Degree or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline, • Significant experience in a senior planning role within civil engineering or infrastructure contracting, • Proficient in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project, • Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Quality management within a construction environment, • Experience in a utilities, energy, or cable/ducting environment, • NEC3/4, JCT and FIDIC knowledge desirable, given the role supports surveyors on programme-related claims and EOT submissions