Senior Planning Manager in Liverpool

Senior Planning Manager in Liverpool

Liverpool Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a dynamic team in delivering innovative infrastructure projects for a major maritime client.
  • Company: Mace, a forward-thinking construction and consultancy firm with a focus on safety and inclusivity.
  • Benefits: Flexible working options, professional development, and a commitment to wellbeing.
  • Other info: Join a diverse team that values integrity and continuous improvement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the maritime sector while championing sustainability and collaboration.
  • Qualifications: Professional membership and extensive experience in infrastructure project planning required.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project: We are supporting a major client in the maritime sector to develop their capital investment programme over the next 5 years.

If you are searching for an opportunity to lead a large, high-energy infrastructure consultancy team while delivering a unique programme, please register your interest.

You’ll be responsible for: Delivering client-focused outcomes through strategic planning, governance and performance management.

Acting with integrity, supporting commercial negotiations, strategy development and accountable decision-making.

Enabling people to excel through collaboration, knowledge sharing and inclusive stakeholder engagement.

Managing application of planning, scheduling and EVM methodologies across complex projects.

Managing and develop high-performing planning teams delivering robust project controls.

Influencing clients and stakeholders through clear analysis, insight and recommendations.

Supporting net zero outcomes through collaborative, carbon-conscious project delivery.

You’ll need to have: Professional membership or equivalent development (APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE or similar).

Extensive infrastructure project and programme planning experience.

Strong commercial, financial and senior stakeholder management capability.

Proven leadership of large teams with sustainability and carbon awareness.

Our values Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.

Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.#LI-On-site Job Summary Job number: 43697Date posted : 2026-03-30Profession: Project & Programme Management Employment type: Full-time

Senior Planning Manager in Liverpool employer: Mace group

Mace is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, integrity, and client focus, creating a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. As a Programme Integration Lead in Cumbria, you will benefit from hybrid working options, comprehensive health coverage, and generous leave policies, all while contributing to a high-profile Defence programme of national importance. With a strong emphasis on professional growth and continuous improvement, Mace empowers its team members to excel and make a meaningful impact in their roles.

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Contact Details:

Mace group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Planning Manager in Liverpool

Strategic Planning
Governance
Performance Management
Commercial Negotiations
Stakeholder Engagement
Planning Methodologies
Scheduling