Senior Project Planner

Gleeds; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Planner to join their dynamic team in Manchester. This hybrid role offers the chance to manage complex commercial projects while collaborating closely with stakeholders. You will leverage your expertise in planning software like P6 and MS Project to ensure successful project delivery. The firm values professional growth and offers a supportive culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. If you are passionate about project management and looking to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Global Travel Scholarship Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in project planning with a professional qualification.
• Knowledge of project planning techniques and NEC/JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedules and deliver high-quality services.
• Produce reports and advise project teams on schedule analysis.

Skills

Project/programme planning

Communication skills

Data management for construction schedules

Analytical skills

Teamwork and management

Education

MRICS

MAPM

MCIOB

PPC

Tools

P6

Asta

MS Project

MS Office suite

Job description

About this opportunity

Gleeds has been successful in securing major projects within the public and central government sectors to support professional services. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Planner to join our team in the newly refurbished Manchester office. You will be working in a sociable environment as part of a dynamic Project and Programme Management team.

You will manage project programmes for the delivery of mixed-use, complex commercial buildings in Manchester and the wider North West region. This hybrid role involves contributing to project success through meticulous planning and scheduling, managing construction programmes, and collaborating closely with Project Managers, the Central Team, and Clients. Proven experience with planning software such as P6, Asta, and MS Project in commercial property development and construction is essential.

You will communicate effectively with colleagues, programme leads, clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery from inception to completion.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering objectives
• Engaging with customers and maintaining relationships
• Delivering high-quality services and outputs that meet customer requirements
• Managing project schedules to ensure quality and adherence to procedures
• Producing and presenting reports to stakeholders
• Advising project teams on issues using schedule analysis
• Monitoring project variances and conducting risk analysis
• Challenging contractor programmes and logic
• Adapting to project and client needs

Benefits of working with Gleeds:

• Career development opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Global Travel Scholarship Programme
• Flexible working arrangements

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• Project/programme planning experience, ideally with a professional qualification
• Knowledge of project planning techniques
• Ability to manage data for construction schedules
• Understanding of NEC/JCT contracts
• Excellent communication skills
• Methodical approach to work
• Ability to analyze complex information
• Proficiency in P6, Asta, MS Project, and MS Office suite
• Teamwork and management skills

Qualifications

• MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB, PPC, or related qualifications in project planning and scheduling

About us

Gleeds is a global firm offering diverse opportunities. We foster a supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference, build connections, and develop your career. With over 75 offices worldwide, we value quality relationships, understanding, and collaboration. Our core values are:

• Professionalism with personality
• Excellence with humility
• Innovation with agility

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance. Gleeds is also a certified Great Place to Work.