Programme Planning Manager

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

Job summary

A major international airport in the UK is seeking a Programme Planning Manager to oversee and deliver on critical infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for managing planning processes and leading teams to ensure all project stages are completed successfully. The ideal candidate will have extensive project planning experience and proficiency in Primavera P6. A competitive salary and benefits package including a welcome bonus and performance-based incentives are offered.

Benefits

5% Welcome Bonus

Pension Scheme

Performance-based bonus scheme

Discounts at high street shops and restaurants

Healthcare scheme

Life insurance

Professional development opportunities

Discounted travel

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• Experience planning multi-year infrastructure projects worth over £50 million.
• Proven ability to lead small teams effectively.
• Strong commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning of projects from concept to delivery.
• Create and maintain project schedules.
• Review and manage risk and change within the programme.

Skills

Project planning

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Risk management

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description

London Gatwick offers an exciting opportunity for a Programme Planning Manager (Operations) to join our dynamic team at the world's most efficient single runway airport. Be a part of shaping our future, supporting the delivery of a substantial investment plan to develop and enhance our airport infrastructure and facilities.

You'll be instrumental to our airport's future success, working closely with our Programme Manager to achieve the strategic aims and objectives of the business. Your primary focus will be on developing, implementing, and delivering effective planning and assurance processes across a programme of projects typically valued at up to £50m.

What is the role?

Reporting to the Lead Planning Manager, you'll take a key role in leading the planning of projects across all stages of their lifecycle, from concept approval to delivery and closeout. Your mission is to ensure performance targets are not just met but exceeded consistently and on time.

Other duties include:

• Creating and maintaining schedules for the entire project journey, including managing control programmes from project concept to closeout, evaluating contract programmes, assessing compensation events, conducting delay analysis, and driving schedule improvements through our supply chain.
• Leading and managing planning teams for the programme, applying your knowledge across multiple projects to help achieve strategic goals.
• Contributing to the development of standards, managing, motivating, coaching, and mentoring team members to foster growth and talent development.
• Reviewing the programme, assisting in trend and change management, reporting, risk management, and identifying efficiencies to improve programme outcomes and team performance.
• Upholding high standards of health, safety, and environmental management across the programme and its contractors, aiming for excellence in these areas.

What are we looking for?

The Gatwick environment requires a flexible, adaptable approach, problem-solving skills, and an innovative outlook. The role involves delivering strategic project objectives and leading projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience planning infrastructure projects as a Senior Planner on multi-year programmes within the construction or infrastructure sectors, typically worth more than £50 million.
• Experience leading small teams.
• Extensive proficiency with Primavera P6 and related commercial acumen.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven leadership, influencing skills, and the ability to motivate, coach, and facilitate learning opportunities for others.

What do I get?

Our employees find working here rewarding, with no two days alike. Alongside a competitive salary, benefits include:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Pension Scheme
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• Discounts at high street shops and restaurants
• Healthcare scheme
• Life insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Discounted travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At London Gatwick, our people are our greatest asset. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to foster a workplace where everyone belongs and has a voice.

To learn more about working at London Gatwick, visit our dedicated careers site: Construction Careers | London Gatwick Airport.

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