Defence Programme Planning Leader - Hybrid, £125k+ Bonus

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 106,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction organisation is seeking a Senior Project Planning Manager to lead a team on a significant Defence programme in Birmingham. This senior role involves managing a team of planners, overseeing a £237 million project, and ensuring high levels of stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have proven experience in planning management, particularly in complex construction or defence-related projects. The role offers a competitive salary up to £125,000, an attractive bonus, and an executive benefits package, with opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Attractive annual bonus scheme

Executive benefits package

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Senior Planning Manager role or similar.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary planning teams.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 8 planners across multiple defence sites.
• Set and implement the planning strategy for the programme.
• Oversee development of master programmes and schedules.
• Ensure accurate progress monitoring and forecasting.
• Provide senior input into risk and recovery planning.

Skills

Experience in Senior Planning Manager

Leadership and team development

Expert knowledge of Primavera P6

Strong communication skills

Background in construction or defence programmes

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

A leading UK construction organisation is seeking a Senior Project Planning Manager to lead a team on a significant Defence programme in Birmingham. This senior role involves managing a team of planners, overseeing a £237 million project, and ensuring high levels of stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have proven experience in planning management, particularly in complex construction or defence-related projects. The role offers a competitive salary up to £125,000, an attractive bonus, and an executive benefits package, with opportunities for career advancement.