Head of Planning - Midlands (Hybrid) | Car Allowance + Bonus

Gold Group Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor is seeking a highly experienced Lead Planning Manager to oversee planning strategy for major construction projects in Birmingham. This role requires strong leadership and management skills, including team oversight and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will have a proven background in planning, excellent communication abilities, and a construction-related qualification. This position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for career progression. Hybrid working is available.

Benefits

Annual car allowance £7,000

Annual bonus scheme

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior planning role within a main contractor environment.
• Strong leadership experience managing and developing planning teams.
• Extensive background delivering large, complex construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Planning Engineers across multiple projects.
• Oversee project programmes management and governance.
• Provide strategic planning input during all phases of project delivery.

Skills

Leadership experience

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Construction related qualification – Degree / HNC / HND

Tools

Planning software

Job description

A leading contractor is seeking a highly experienced Lead Planning Manager to oversee planning strategy for major construction projects in Birmingham. This role requires strong leadership and management skills, including team oversight and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will have a proven background in planning, excellent communication abilities, and a construction-related qualification. This position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for career progression. Hybrid working is available.