Planning Manager – Project Controls Manager Reading

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks a Planning Manager to oversee major projects including science and warehouse constructions in Reading. The ideal candidate will have substantial project controls experience, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in planning software like Primavera P6. This role offers a competitive salary and career growth potential within a prestigious company.

Benefits

Good salary

Benefits package

Longevity of work

Qualifications

• Project Controls experience on major building projects.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 or ASTA.
• Understanding of management data and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning processes and oversee development of key deliverables.
• Manage contracts with sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Aid in producing project data and key performance indicators.

Skills

Excellent Communication skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Tools

Primavera P6

ASTA

Job description

Planning Manager – Project Controls Manager Reading

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Salary: c£85,000 plus package
Location: Reading
Region: Berkshire

Tier 1 Building Contractor urgently require a Planning Manager to work on site on a £350m newbuild of science blocks and warehouses.

Reporting to the Project Director,you will be an expert in identifying planning scope, major constraints and contractual requirements alongside identifying major quantities and factors affecting the programme

Lead the planning processes, oversee the development of key deliverables such as programs, planning philosophy, presentations and reports. Ensure the planners are formulating tender programmes, ensuring alignment with goals of the company.

Offer strategic guidance throughout the contract stage, overseeing the Senior Planner and planning team in producing, managing, and maintaining the contract programme.

Share and evaluate the project critical path, advising the project team of the results and any corrective action alongside producing and maintaining project baselines.

Utilise expertise in managing labour, equipment and materials efficiently to meet project objectives while minimizing costs and delays.

Manage contracts with sub-contractors and suppliers, monitoring performance, and resolving contract-related issues.

Aid the planning team to produce project data and key performance indicators / KPIs to track progress, identify deviations, and make data-driven decisions for project improvement.

This is a new and exciting role we have on with our clients the successful candidate will need to have:

Project Controls experience on major building projects with complex services such as hospitals and science wing laboratories

Excellent Communication skills and understanding of management data and processes

Negotiation and Conflict resolution

Proficient on Primavera P6 or ASTA

Advantageous to have MEPH, systems, interfaces, installation, testing and commissioning.

In return you can expect a good salary, benefits package, longevity of work and to be forging a career with one of the best names in Construction in the market.

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