Head of Planning

Bureau Technical Services; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau Technical Services is looking for a Head of Planning in Middlesbrough to oversee project planning, ensuring strategic alignment and efficient resource management. The role entails leadership, contract oversight, and implementing best practices for successful project execution. Join a company renowned for delivering ambitious and meaningful infrastructure projects across the UK.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing various construction projects.
• Proficiency in project management tools.
• Strong background in strategic project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee entire planning function to align with organizational goals.
• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with schedules.
• Lead the planning team and nurture professional growth.

Skills

Analytical and problem solving

Negotiation and Conflict resolution

Leadership and Mentorship

Tools

Excel

MS Project

Primavera P6

ASTA

Job description

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Tasked with overseeing the entire planning function, ensuring strategic alignment of construction project schedules with organizational goals.

Optimize resource allocation, enhance coordination, and contribute to the successful and timely completion of construction projects.

Provides leadership, implements best practices, and plays a pivotal role in shaping the overall project management strategy for the organization

What you'll be doing

As Head of Planning, you will be accountable for the following activities;

• Tender: Provide visionary leadership in shaping the overall planning strategy, orchestrating collaboration for the development of optimal project plans. Ensure alignment with organizational goals, emphasizing strategic planning initiatives for the successful execution of projects at a broader level.
• Contract: In terms of contracts, reviews, and analyses construction contracts to ensure alignment with project schedules, monitors compliance with contractual obligations, manages and documents changes in project scope and schedule, participates in contract-related dispute resolution, and establishes and tracks key performance indicators for contract performance.
• Provide visionary leadership in planning operations, shaping the overall planning strategy and direction. Oversee the Senior Planning Manager and the planning team, ensuring the highest quality in planning deliverables, including programs, planning philosophy, presentations, and reports. Drive innovation and efficiency in planning processes, aligning them with the organization's broader objectives.
• 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.
• Governance: Ensuring that project planning complies with all relevant regulations, permits, and approvals, implements quality control processes to meet industry and company standards.
• Training and Development: Provide leadership and mentorship to less experienced planners and team members, fostering their professional growth and competence.
• Health and Safety: Develop and enforce a strong safety culture within the organization, emphasizing the well-being of employees and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• As the Head of Planning, assume the responsibility of providing strategic guidance and oversight to the planning, scheduling, and 4D departments. Foster a collaborative environment, ensuring cohesion and alignment across these critical areas. Drive innovation and efficiency to achieve successful project execution at a comprehensive level.

Who we're looking for

Skills:

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

Knowledge:

• Proficient competence in project management tools and software like Excel, MS Project, Primavera P6 or ASTA.
• In-depth knowledge and expertise in strategic construction project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Proficiency in advanced 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 planning software database administration.
• Advanced knowledge of financial aspects related to project planning, including budgeting, cost estimation, Earned Value Management, and financial analysis.
• Understanding of 4D Planning techniques and possibilities.
• Comprehensive understanding of leadership principles and strategies, with a proven ability to lead and manage planning teams.

Experience:

• Extensive experience in successfully planning and managing a variety of construction projects, including large-scale and complex in a range of sectors.
• Extensive experience in leading and managing planning resources and planning teams for construction projects, showcasing a track record of successful project delivery.
• Significant 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 some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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