Planning Manager - @One Alliance

JN Bentley; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join JN Bentley as a Planning Manager to lead project initiatives within the Anglian Water @one Alliance. You will play a critical role in managing planning strategies and supporting major infrastructure projects, contributing to a sustainable future while mentoring a team of planners. The environment is innovative, collaborative, and focused on driving impactful change within the water industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in planning major projects, ideally in water or civil engineering.
• Strong expertise in Primavera P6.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning strategy and ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and maintain robust project plans aligned with standards.
• Champion health, safety, and wellbeing across all planning activities.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Problem-Solving

Innovation

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley are recruiting for a Planning Manager to join the Anglian Water @One Alliance.

As part of Anglian Water’s @one Alliance, we are on a mission to create a sustainable and resilient future for water. With an ambitious £2.3 billion capital investment in AMP8, we are revolutionising infrastructure, sustainability, and digital transformation to protect the environment and support growing communities

What will you be doing as our new Planning Manager?

• Lead & Influence – Play a key role in the Senior Leadership Team, working closely with Delivery Directors and Programme Managers.
• Shape the Future – Own the planning strategy, ensuring successful project execution and continuous improvement.
• Develop & Inspire – Mentor and lead a team of planners, driving collaboration and best practices.
• Drive Efficiency – Identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and ensure on-time project delivery.
• Embrace Innovation – Leverage cutting-edge planning techniques like 4D and Time Chainage.
• Make an Impact – Support major infrastructure projects that benefit communities and the environment.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust project plans aligned with @one Alliance and Anglian Water standards.
• Provide strategic insights, ensuring resource alignment and risk mitigation.
• Communicate key project milestones and progress to stakeholders.
• Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Champion health, safety, and wellbeing across all planning activities.
  
  

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours….

• Proven experience in planning major projects, ideally within the water or civil engineering sector.
• Strong expertise in Primavera P6 and collaborative planning processes.
• Leadership experience in managing and developing planning teams.
• Excellent communication skills to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Passion for innovation, problem-solving, and strategic decision-making.
  
  

At @one Alliance, you’ll be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of the UK’s water infrastructure. We offer a collaborative and innovative working environment, where your expertise will be valued and your ideas will drive meaningful change.

JN Bentley Benefits to be found on the booklet attached.