Senior Planning Manager

Lendlease Corporation; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Planning Manager for a significant heritage refurbishment project. This role involves leading and managing the planning stages, monitoring project progress, and preparing detailed reports. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and Excel skills, along with a solid background in project delivery. The company promotes diversity and inclusion, offering extensive employee benefits such as a car allowance, health support, and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Car allowance

Private medical health benefit

25 days annual leave

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Expert understanding of construction methodology.
• Strong knowledge of planning techniques and controls.
• Ability to produce high-quality reports and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning for large/complex projects.
• Prepare reports for Senior Leadership Team.
• Monitor progress and identify risks.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong use of Excel

Project delivery experience

Tools

Primavera P6

4D BIM software

Job description

**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:**We are recruiting a Senior Planning Manager to join us on a major heritage refurbishment project in the heart of Manchester City Centre.As a Bovis Senior Planning Manager, you will lead and manage the planning and monitoring of large/complex projects to which you are assigned 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 a bids and project, drawing on your experiences. Provide input into the further enhancement of our systems and process and support \ oversee junior planningstaff.**Roles & responsibilities:*** The Senior Planning Manager leads and manages the planning and monitoring of large/complex projects throughout all stages, often providing experienced-based solutions for project delivery.* A key function is to act as 'the project conscience,' preparing reports and documents to inform the Senior Leadership Team and Business Unit on programme matters and critical issues.* They provide input into enhancing planning systems and processes and typically support or oversee junior planning staff.* This level often coordinates the 4D BIM model with the BIM Coordinator and assists in chairing weekly planning meetings.* Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and other planning tools* Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.* Prepare accurate reports and forecasts for senior management and stakeholders.* Facilitate planning workshops and maintain strong communication with Bovis managers, works contractors, consultants and client stakeholders.**Essential Skills:*** Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt approach dependent on the situation and audience.* Produce reports and diagrams to a high standard to convey proposed sequences and methodologies.* Strong use of Excel (use of formulae, pivot tables etc).**Desirable Skills:*** Strong Excel (use of formulae, pivot tables etc) and PowerPoint skills.* 4D BIM software knowledge.**Essential Knowledge:*** Expert / comprehensive understanding of construction methodology, building technology, pre-construction processes and procurement methods.* Strong understanding of the primary forms of construction contracts and the key commercial terms.* Working knowledge of P6.* Strong knowledge of CPA planning techniques and project controls.**Essential Experience:*** Previous experience in delivering projects.**Desired Experience:*** Able to draw upon experience in multiple industry sectors.* Experience of working under different forms of construction contracts.* Strong understanding and experience in the use of P6**Essential** **Behaviours:*** Strategic thinking and ability to forecast long-term programme risks.**We will provide:*** Car allowance* Up to 10% employer pension contribution* Private medical health benefit* 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 gym’s nation wide* Industry leading parental leave**Belong at Bovis**We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm. We are a disability inclusive employer.If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, email us to let us know if you have a 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.**Bovis Building Relationships*****We do what’s right, always******We succeed together******We bring energy******We are Bovis***Lendlease 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.