Senior Planning Manager to lead planning for major UK civil engineering and infrastructure projects. You will drive schedules, risk analysis, and interfaces with partners and the client, shaping delivery through STRABAG-PLAN practices. You’ll mentor the Planning team and ensure robust reporting and as-built data feedback. This role offers influence on landmark projects and a collaborative, innovative work environment.
Pay / Benefits
private health cover
9% pension
professional membership
25 days holiday
Responsibilities
Manage programme production and use as project control tools
Collate progress data and update the programme accurately
Lead programme risk assessment and mitigation implementation
Review reports, narratives, and programmes for quality and accuracy
Coordinate interfaces with partners, supply chain, and third parties
Input and challenge labour, cost, and resource profiles against estimates and budgets
Forecast potential problems and propose mitigations to enable proactive actions
Review change/compensation events and handle disputes as Planning specialist
Interface with other functional leads across the Business Unit
Ensure compliance with STRA-PLAN procedures and guidelines
Provide input into STRA-PLAN procedures and guidelines
Produce as-built data for feedback to Business Development and Planning teams
Conduct regular development-target reviews with Planning personnel
Promote information sharing and best practice across units
Report data and progress to Head of Planning
Review Employer’s Requirements, Contract Data and Works Information for deficiencies
Lead the Planning function on assigned projects/units
Ensure timely production of contract planning information for project teams and clients
Pre-employment screening is required
Key requirements
Membership of Professional Institution
Advanced competence in Planning software
Experience with planning techniques in tendering and contract delivery
Advanced understanding of BIM and 4D planning
Advanced knowledge of Safety, Environment and Risk Management
Strong communication skills
Experience and specialist knowledge of contracts the business operates within
Advanced knowledge of resourcing and cost loading programmes
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