Senior Planning Manager

Lendlease; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for a Senior Planning Manager based in London and moving to Kent. You will oversee planning and execution for complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and effective communication with teams. The role also offers flexible working options and competitive benefits including enhanced parental leave and private medical health insurance.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid work options

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

Private medical health benefit

Enhanced parental leave

25 days annual leave with options to buy/sell days

Qualifications

• Expertise in construction methodology and pre-construction processes.
• Strong understanding of primary forms of construction contracts.
• Excellent communication and report production skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning and program development.
• Monitor project delivery and report progress regularly.
• Analyze potential delays and propose mitigation strategies.

Skills

Construction methodology

Communication skills

P6 knowledge

Excel proficiency

Tools

P6

CPA planning techniques

Excel

Job description

time left to apply End Date: August 31, 2025 (6 days left to apply)

job requisition id REQ-7063608

This role will be based in London for Pre-Construction then move out to Kent

About us

Bovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects.

We know from decades of experience that successful delivery of multi-year complex projects requires close working relationships and collaboration through the supply chain. That’s why we share risk and invest in people and relationships at every level.

We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk.

What we are recruiting for:

As a Bovis Senior Planning Manager, you will lead and manage the planning and monitoring of large/complex projects throughout all project stages. You will work with our Project & Operations Team to develop the most efficient project methodology and execute the timely delivery of bids and projects, drawing on your experience. Provide input into the further enhancement of our systems and processes and support/oversee junior planning staff.

• Lead and develop, in conjunction with the Project Team, the project planning, programme, and delivery strategy for both bids and projects.
• In conjunction with the Project Team, lead and develop the preconstruction and construction methodology to enable the most efficient and effective delivery of the project.
• Lead and develop the project plan, programme, and Planning Report for large/complex projects in accordance with our Procedures.
• Provide experienced-based solutions for delivering the project and consideration by the Project Team.
• Report project progress at regular intervals against the contract and delivery programmes, or other nominated programmes.
• Prepare reports and documents supporting the role of ‘the project conscience’ to inform the Project Senior Leadership Team and the Business Unit on matters related to programme.
• Use experience, lessons learned, and data analysis to pre-empt potential delays and suggest innovative methods of mitigating delays incurred and advise the team accordingly.
• Support the project team in the creation and statusing of medium and short-range programmes.
• Project Controls - Produce data to support regular status updates and the weekly project dashboard providing updates on progress and key issues.
• Chair the weekly planning meeting to coordinate project programmes, progress updates, delay records, and key forthcoming milestones.
• Review change proposals and advise on time impact.
• Assess and record time impacts of delays – Event Analysis.
• Record as-built production rates and delays to provide benchmarking for future projects.
• Support and input into initiatives to further enhance our Planning Procedures and Processes.
• Coordinate the 4D BIM model in conjunction with the BIM Coordinator.
• Facilitate project team understanding and ownership of the plan and programme.
• Support/oversee junior planning staff to execute the above accountabilities when assigned.
• Support the development of Project Team Members in the use of Planning techniques and tools.

Experience & background:

• Expertise and comprehensive understanding of construction methodology, building technology, pre-construction processes, and procurement methods.
• Strong understanding of the primary forms of construction contracts and key commercial terms.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt approach depending on the situation and audience.
• Ability to produce reports and diagrams to a high standard to convey proposed sequences and methodologies.
• Working knowledge of P6.
• Strong knowledge of CPA planning techniques and project controls.
• Strong proficiency in Excel (use of formulae, pivot tables, etc.).

We will provide:

• Flexible and hybrid work options.
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution.
• Private medical health benefit.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• 3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave.
• Health and wellbeing support and initiatives.
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services.
• Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gyms nationwide.

Belong at Bovis

We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment, and equal opportunity are the norm. We are a disability-inclusive employer. If you need any adjustments or changes to the process, email us to let us know your preferred communication method.

We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here.

Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling, and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, Black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or disabled.

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Lendlease is also committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling, and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, Black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or disabled.