Programme Planning Manager

London Gatwick; Guildford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% Welcome Bonus

Pension Scheme

Performance-based bonus scheme

High street shops and restaurant discounts

Life and disability insurance

Professional training opportunities

Discounted travel

Job summary

A leading UK airport is seeking a Programme Planning Manager to lead project planning and assurance processes for infrastructure projects worth over £50 million. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in multi-year projects, leadership skills, and a strong working knowledge of Primavera P6. This role promises a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing growth and well-being for employees.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Planner on multi-year programmes worth over £50 million.
• Experience leading small teams.
• Extensive experience with Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain project schedules from concept to closeout.
• Manage planning teams across multiple projects.
• Review programme and assist in trend and change processes.

Skills

Planning infrastructure projects

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication with stakeholders

Primavera P6

Job description

Overview

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 work closely with the Programme Manager to achieve the strategic aims and objectives of the business, developing, implementing, and delivering effective planning and assurance processes across a programme of projects typically to £50m in value.

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 surpassed consistently and on time.

Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining schedules for the entire project journey, including internal and external interfaces. Manage control programmes from concept to closeout, assess contract programmes, evaluate compensation events, conduct delay analysis, and drive schedule improvements through to the supply chain.
• Lead and manage planning teams across the programme, applying knowledge and skills across multiple projects to support strategic goals.
• Support team development by contributing to standards, coaching, mentoring and developing team members.
• Review the Programme, assist in trend and change processes, reporting, risk management, and seek efficiencies to positively affect outcomes and team performance.
• Continuously develop and uphold world-class health, safety, and environmental standards across the programme and its contractors.

What are we looking for?

The live environment at Gatwick requires a flexible, adaptable approach, problem-solving skills, and an innovative mindset. In addition, the role requires:

• Previous experience planning infrastructure projects as a Senior Planner on multi-year programmes within the construction or infrastructure sectors, on projects/programmes typically worth more than £50 million.
• Previous experience leading small teams.
• Extensive experience with Primavera P6 and related commercial acumen.
• Demonstrable experience in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders to explain complex or abstract ideas clearly.
• Proven leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to motivate, coach, facilitate, and create learning opportunities for others.

What do I get?

Along with a competitive salary, our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Pension Scheme
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training opportunities to develop
• Discounted travel

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience possible while working with us. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and aim to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice.

To find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our dedicated construction careers site.

Additional information

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