JOB TITLE: Planning Manager

LOCATION: Derby (Hybrid)

Division: Transmission & Distribution

What you'll be doing

Working independently or part of the planning team:

• Expert in identifying planning scope, major constraints, and contract requirements alongside identifying major quantities and factors affecting the programme
• Tender: Lead the collaborative development and agreement on a logical sequence and methodology, overseeing the planning team. Ensure the adoption of the most efficient design, procurement, and construction strategy for the successful delivery of the works
• Lead planning processes, overseeing the development of key deliverables such as programs, planning philosophy, presentations, and reports. Guide planners in formulating Tender Programmes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Drive effective planning strategies to achieve project success
• Contract: Offer strategic guidance throughout the contract stage, overseeing the Senior Planner and planning team in producing, managing, and maintaining the Contract Programme. Ensure meticulous alignment with planning procedures and actively contribute to the project's overall success under the leadership of the Planning/Project Lead
• Displaying and evaluating the project critical path, advising the project team of the results and any appropriate corrective action alongside producing and maintaining project baselines, and execute the change control process as appropriate
• Resource Management: Expertise in managing labour, equipment, and materials efficiently to meet project objectives while minimizing costs and delays
• Contract Management: Manage contracts with subcontractors and suppliers, monitoring performance, and resolving contract-related issues
• Data Analysis: Aid the planning team to produce project data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, identify deviations, and make data-driven decisions for project improvement.
• Training and Development: Provide leadership and mentorship to less experienced planners and personnel, fostering their professional growth and competence.

Who we're looking for

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership and Mentorship
• Negotiation and Conflict resolution
• Analytical and problem solving
• Excellent understanding and management of data and processes

Knowledge:

• Expert in project management tools and software like Excel, MS
• Project/Timeline and specifically Primavera P6
• Extensive understanding of construction project management under NEC,
• construction methodologies, and best practices
• Expert in project scheduling and planning, including the ability to develop
• and manage complex project schedules using industry-standard tools
• Expert in Risk Management in project programmes: TRA, QSRA, etc
• Understanding of financial aspects related to project planning, including
• budgeting, cost estimation, Earned Value Management, and analysis to
• support effective decision-making
• Experience:
• Significant experience in successfully planning and managing a variety of
• construction projects, including large-scale and complex Overhead Line
• upgrades
• Substantial experience in leading and managing planning resources for
• construction projects, highlighting a track record of successful project
• delivery
• Previous experience in managing relationships with clients, subcontractors,
• and other stakeholders, demonstrating excellent communication and
• interpersonal skills

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.

• Competitive salary + car
• 37.5-hour workweek (Monday to Friday)
• Pension scheme: Up to 5% employee & 7% employer contributions
• Family-friendly policies
• 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave
• 4 weeks full pay for paternity/partner leave
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Professional development: Access to a broad range of learning opportunities, including qualifications
• Employee Assistance Programme for support and well-being
• Volunteering opportunities: Up to 2 days per year