Senior Planning (& Delivery) Manager

Planning Manager

South East London
50% Hybrid Working (2-3 Days Per Week in the Office)
Please note: The hybrid requirement is non-negotiable.
6-Month Rolling Contract (with potential for extension)
Competitive Day Rate

We are currently seeking an experienced Planning Manager to join a major infrastructure programme, supporting the successful delivery of complex, high-value projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with strong programme controls expertise, extensive scheduling experience, and the ability to work across multiple projects within a fast-paced project environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain complex project and programme schedules.
• Analyse programme performance and identify critical path risks, issues, and mitigation strategies.
• Produce planning reports, dashboards, and progress updates for senior stakeholders.
• Lead planning workshops and collaborate with project teams to establish robust delivery plans.
• Support project controls activities and promote planning best practice.
• Review contractor schedules and provide programme-related analysis.
• Mentor and support planning resources across the programme.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning methodologies, reporting, and governance.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience as a Planning Manager or Senior Planner on large-scale infrastructure, engineering, or construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of project controls and programme management principles.
• Extensive experience using Primavera P6.
• Ability to develop and analyse critical path schedules.
• Experience working within NEC contract environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience producing programme reports and performance analysis for senior leadership.

Why Apply?

• Long-term 6-month rolling contract with strong extension potential.
• Opportunity to work on a complex, high-profile infrastructure programme.
• Hybrid working arrangement offering a balance between office and home working.
• Collaborative and supportive project environment.
• Competitive day rate.

Please note: Candidates must be able to commit to 50% office attendance (typically 2-3 days per week) in South East London. This requirement is mandatory and non-negotiable.