Planning Manager Rail

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Planning Manager to join a client in Leeds for a contract role in the rail sector. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in major engineering projects, with expertise in project planning, IT proficiency, and strong communication skills. This position involves leading teams and managing complex rail programmes to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Experience in major rail projects is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years in project/programme planning.
• Minimum of 10 years in major engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Conducting periodic programme reviews and maintaining schedules.
• Integrating risk management into planning processes.
• Coordinating with stakeholders to ensure project alignment with goals.

Skills

Project/programme planning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

IT systems proficiency

NEC4 knowledge

Risk management

Education

Graduate level education

Tools

P6 loadspring database

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a prominent entity in the rail sector, is currently seeking a Planning Manager with significant experience in major rail schemes to join their team in Leeds on a contract basis. This role involves leading and inspiring a team working on a major rail programme.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conducting periodic programme reviews and maintaining schedules
2. Integrating risk management into planning processes
3. Coordinating with stakeholders to ensure project alignment with goals
4. Reporting on project progress and potential issues
5. Leading and motivating project teams
6. Managing integration of multiple contractor submissions into programme-level schedules
7. Utilising advanced IT systems and planning software tools
8. Upholding NEC4 schedule contractual requirements

Job Requirements:

• Experience in major rail projects is essential
• Minimum of 5 years in project/programme planning and familiarity with associated software tools
• Minimum of 10 years involved in major engineering projects
• Understanding of NEC4 schedule contractual requirements
• Proficiency in both basic and advanced IT systems
• Proven experience with technical engineering, construction, and access disciplines
• Strong communication skills across all organisational levels
• Ability to work effectively within teams and demonstrate shared successes
• Graduate level with strategic thinking abilities
• Experience operating P6 loadspring database and managing security privileges
• Extensive knowledge in creating and updating scheduling strategies and processes
• Understanding of schedule assurance processes for projects and programmes
• Familiarity with Power BI

If you are a seasoned Planning Manager with a background in major rail projects, ready to tackle a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply now and contribute to the success of our client's dynamic team in Leeds.