Planning Manager

Mace; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in East Midlands is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead project delivery with a strong emphasis on safety, client focus, and integrity. You will manage key assignments and support long-term success in project planning, while fostering an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive project management experience and a relevant professional membership. Flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in successful planning of projects and programmes.
• Deep property or infrastructure project management expertise.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of key assignments and defined business areas.
• Support long-term success of planning performance.
• Champion a diverse and inclusive working environment.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Commercial Acumen

Safety Compliance

Education

Membership of APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE, AACE, IRM, IEMA or equivalent

Job description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading‑edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.

Please Note: This role will require 3 days travel per week from our client's office.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will be an advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.
• You will possess expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client focus – Deliver on our promise:

• You will manage the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
• You will support the long‑term success of Planning performance for specified engines/sectors/hubs, and the overall contribution to the broader company goals.
• You will support the Planning function in ensuring projects and tenders are effectively planned, scheduled, and monitored.

Integrity – Always do the right thing:

• You will support senior management in negotiations, contract development and other business development, ensuring that due diligence is applied.
• You will support the long‑term development of strategy for a function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity for our people to excel:

• You will support your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.
• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.
• You will develop and maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with the client and other project stakeholders, both internal and external.

You’ll need to have:

• Membership of APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE, AACE, IRM, IEMA or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Extensive experience in the successful planning of projects and programmes.
• Deep property or infrastructure project management expertise.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.
• Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.
• Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
• We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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