Planning Manager

Alexander Associates; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Planning Manager - Water role in London (Flexible Hybrid) involves leading planning, coordination and execution across multiple sites for complex infrastructure projects. You will drive efficiency, manage risks, and sustain a robust planning process to support a strong Right First Time culture.

The position requires proficiency in planning tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 and a collaborative mindset to align diverse teams and stakeholders with project goals.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex resource planning activities.
• Strong knowledge of planning software with resource scheduling.
• Able to coordinate multiple sites and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive planning processes to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness and safety on site.
• Coordinate project delivery programmes with clients, suppliers and engineers.
• Ensure on-time delivery and clear communications among stakeholders.
• Identify and implement planning improvements for better performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Accountability

Results orientation

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Planning Manager - Water

Location: London (Flexible Hybrid)

We are seeking an experienced Planning Manager to join a leading international provider of water and wastewater treatment solutions, specialising in innovative technologies and the delivery of complex infrastructure projects. This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring the successful planning, coordination, and execution of project activities across multiple sites and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and safe working practices through the implementation and execution of robust planning processes.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments for all planned activities and establish effective mitigation measures to minimise potential disruptions.
• Maintain a dependable and structured planning process that supports a strong “Right First Time” culture.
• Ensure all personnel, materials, equipment, and documentation required on site are delivered as planned and meet expected quality standards.
• Coordinate project delivery programmes with clients, suppliers, and Project Engineers/Managers for assigned projects.
• Proactively communicate with all stakeholders involved in project schedules, ensuring clarity around roles, responsibilities, and project requirements.
• Monitor and manage planning activities to ensure projects are delivered according to agreed timelines and expectations.
• Identify, adopt, and implement best practices to support continuous improvement and enhance overall planning performance.

Experience

• Proven experience in successfully managing complex resource planning activities.
• Strong knowledge of planning and scheduling software, such as Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6, with particular expertise in resource scheduling.
• Demonstrated success in improving business performance through effective resource planning and coordination.
• A collaborative mindset with an appreciation for being a valued member of a supportive and high-performing team.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience and/or qualifications related to resource planning and associated planning software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, proactive, and motivating attitude.
• Strong personal accountability and exceptionally high professional standards.
• Highly motivated with a commitment to achieving results.
• Honest, dependable, and transparent in all interactions.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive organisation where you can make a real impact on project delivery and operational success.