Assistant Planning Manager

Lendlease; Lichfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm is seeking an Assistant Planning Manager to join their Birmingham team. This role involves planning and monitoring large-scale projects, collaborating with the Project Operations Team to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates should have practical experience with NEC contracts and be proficient in data analysis tools. The position offers flexible working options and a range of benefits including a pension contribution and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid working options

Up to 10% pension contribution

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience with NEC contracts.
• Understanding of construction methodologies and procurement.
• High-standard report and diagram production.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and scheduling in accordance with NEC Contract requirements.
• Develop project planning strategies with the Project Team.
• Coordinate with BIM teams for 4D modeling.

Skills

Proficiency with data analysis tools

Good communication skills

Adaptability

Tools

Oracle P6

Power BI

4D BIM software

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About Bovis

Bovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, capabilities, and resources to deliver complex projects.

With decades of experience, we know that successful delivery of multi-year projects requires close collaboration and shared risk at all levels.

We proactively anticipate challenges, leveraging our experienced multidisciplinary teams to tailor approaches, simplify complexity, and minimize risks.

Role: Assistant Planning Manager

Location: Birmingham

We are seeking an Assistant Planning Manager to support our Regions and Public Sector Construction business unit. The role involves projects and bids for both private and public sectors, with values ranging from £30m to over £300m.

The successful candidate will assist in planning and monitoring large, complex projects, from bid to completion, working with our Planning Managers and Project Operations Team to develop and execute project methodologies and schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support planning and scheduling in accordance with NEC Contract requirements.
• Develop project planning strategies with the Project Team.
• Assist in creating construction methodologies for efficient delivery.
• Develop project plans, programs, and reports.
• Provide solutions for project delivery challenges.
• Report on project progress regularly.
• Create and update short-term and medium-term programs.
• Support project controls and dashboard updates.
• Assist in preparing project reports for leadership.
• Participate in weekly planning meetings.
• Review change proposals and assess time impacts.
• Record delays and production rates for benchmarking.
• Coordinate with BIM teams for 4D modeling.
• Help develop team understanding of planning tools and techniques.

Experience & Background:

• Practical experience with NEC contracts.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools and project controls.
• Understanding of construction methodologies and procurement.
• Good communication skills and adaptability.
• High-standard report and diagram production.
• Experience with Oracle P6, Power BI, and 4D BIM software.
• Knowledge of various construction contracts and commercial terms.

What We Offer:

• Flexible, hybrid working options.
• Up to 10% pension contribution.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life assurance and wellbeing initiatives.
• 25 days annual leave, with options to buy/sell days.
• Additional wellbeing leave and support programs.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Industry-leading parental leave.

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