Planning Manager

Lendlease Corporation; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Planning Manager in Manchester to oversee complex projects with values ranging from £25m to £300m+. This role involves developing comprehensive planning strategies, coordinating project methodologies, and delivering high-quality reporting to ensure project success. The position promotes collaboration and offers a flexible work environment with various benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Flexible and hybrid work options

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

Private medical health benefit

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance

25 days annual leave with options

Wellbeing leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of construction methodology and processes.
• Working knowledge of P6 and project controls.
• Ability to produce high-quality reports and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Develop project planning and delivery strategies.
• Provide solutions based on project progress.
• Coordinate the project planning meetings.

Skills

Communication

Construction methodology

Project controls

Excel

Tools

P6

4D BIM software

Job description

About us

Bovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects.

We know from decades of experience that successful delivery of multi-year complex projects requires close working relationships and collaboration through the supply chain. That’s why we share risk and invest in people and relationships at every level.

We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk.

What we are recruiting for:

We are currently recruiting for a Planning Manager to join our Regions construction business located in Manchester and working across the Northwest. Our projects and bids cover both the private and public section with values between £25m to £300m+. This will be working on a major heritage project in the city centre.

Roles & responsibilities:

• Develop in conjunction with the Project Team the project planning, programme and delivery strategy for both bids and projects.
• In conjunction with the project team, develop the preconstruction and construction methodology to enable the most efficient and effective delivery of the project.
• Develop the project plan, programme and Planning Report in accordance with our planning procedures.
• Provide experienced based solutions for delivering the project and consideration by the Project Team.
• Report project progress at regular intervals against the contract and delivery programmes, or other nominated programmes
• Support the project team in the creation and statusing of medium and short-range programmes.
• Project Controls - Produce data to support regular status updates and the weekly project dashboard providing updates on progress and key issues.
• Prepare \ support reports and documents supporting the role of ‘the project conscience’ to inform the Project Senior Leadership Team and the Business Unit on matters related to programme.
• Assist in chairing the weekly planning meeting to coordinate project programmes, progress update, delay records and key forthcoming milestones.
• Review change proposals and advise on time impact.
• Assess and record time impacts of delays – Event Analysis
• Record as built production rates and delays to provide benchmarking for future projects.
• In conjunction with the BIM Coordinator, coordinate the 4D BIM model.
• Facilitate project team understanding and ownership of the plan and programme.
• Support the development of Project Team Members in the use of Planning technique and tools.
• Support and input into initiatives to further enhance our Planning Procedures and Processes

Experience & background:

Essential:

• Comprehensive understanding of construction methodology, building technology, pre-construction processes and procurement methods
• Strong understanding of the primary forms of construction contracts and the key commercial terms
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt approach dependent on the situation and audience.
• Produce reports and diagrams to a high standard to convey proposed sequences and methodologies.
• Working knowledge of P6
• Strong knowledge of CPA planning techniques and project controls
• Strong use of Excel (use of formulae, pivot tables etc)
• Previous experience in delivering projects.

Desirable:

• Strong understanding and experience in the use of P6
• MS Tools – PowerPoint, Word etc
• 4D BIM software knowledge
• Able to draw upon experience in multiple industry sectors.
• Experience of working under different forms of construction contract

We will provide:

• Car allowance
• Flexible and hybrid work options
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Private medical health benefit
• Enhanced parental leave
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days
• 3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave
• Health and wellbeing support and initiatives
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services
• Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gym’s nation wide

Belong at Bovis

We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm.We are a disability inclusive employer. If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, email us to let us know if you have a preferred communication method.

We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here.

Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.

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We are Bovis

Lendlease is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.