Planning Manager

Bureau Technical Services Limited; Fort Augustus; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Planning Manager for their growing Power T&D division. This pivotal role involves leading strategic planning and scheduling for flagship construction projects, ensuring optimal resource allocation and alignment with organizational goals. The successful candidate will have significant experience in managing large-scale construction projects, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in project management tools like Primavera P6. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Family-friendly policies

Smart working options

Qualifications

• Significant experience in planning and managing large-scale construction projects.
• Ability to lead planning resources effectively.
• Track record of managing client and subcontractor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and scheduling for construction projects.
• Oversee project alignment with organizational objectives.
• Develop and manage complex project schedules.
• Monitor KPIs and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Proficiency in Primavera P6

Change management expertise

Risk management proficiency

Financial acumen

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Time Location software

MS Office

Job description

Power T&D – Planning and Project Controls

Location: Fort Augustus / Isle of Skye

Permanent or Contract

About the Role

The Power Transmission & Distribution business is experiencing significant growth, and an opportunity has arisen for a skilled Planning Manager to join a dedicated project team. This role is pivotal in providing strategic planning and scheduling leadership across flagship construction projects, driving efficiency and supporting successful project delivery.

As Planning Manager, you will

• Lead Strategic Planning and Scheduling
• Oversee multiple construction projects, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives while optimising timelines and resource allocation.
• Drive Best Practice
• Implement and promote robust planning standards across the construction portfolio.
• Mentor and Develop Teams
• Provide guidance and support to the planning team to enable high performance and successful outcomes.

Core Responsibilities

• Scope Identification & Contract Requirements – Define planning scope, constraints, and factors influencing programme delivery.
• Tender Development – Support the adoption of efficient design, procurement, and construction strategies to ensure successful delivery.
• Planning Processes – Oversee development of key deliverables including programmes, reports, and presentations.
• Contract Stage Guidance – Ensure alignment with commercial and planning procedures throughout project delivery.
• Critical Path Analysis – Assess critical paths and ensure corrective actions are implemented where required.
• Resource Management – Effectively manage labour, equipment, and materials.
• Contract Management – Oversee subcontractor and supplier programme obligations.
• Data Analysis – Monitor KPIs, identify deviations, and support continuous improvement.
• Training & Development – Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to planning staff.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Proven leadership and mentoring ability
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Time Location software, and MS Office
• Extensive understanding of construction project management principles
• Expertise in change management processes
• Experience in developing and managing complex project schedules
• Proficiency in risk management including TRA and QSRA
• Sound financial acumen – budgeting, cost estimation, and Earned Value Management

Required Experience

• Significant experience planning and managing large-scale, complex construction projects
• Demonstrable ability to manage and lead planning resources
• Strong track record in managing client, subcontractor, and stakeholder relationships

Why work for us?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Exposure to major, high-profile infrastructure projects
• A dynamic and innovative working environment
• Smart working with up to 40% remote working where the role allows
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, and recognition schemes
• This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply planning expertise within a fast-paced and challenging environment, contributing to the delivery of critical national infrastructure while developing your career within a high-performing project team.

Package

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• excellent benefits including site allowances, company car, and subsistence allowances (subject to terms and conditions of the role).