Regional Planning Manager

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Challenges. Opportunities. Solutions. At Robertson, we see them our way. We’re bold enough to ask questions. Brave enough to look at things differently. Confident enough to be ourselves. Join us and you’ll join the UK’s largest family-owned construction, infrastructure and support services business. And as (insert job title), you’ll be part of a team that’s doing incredible things – for ourselves, for the built environment around us, and for a truly sustainable future.

Your new role

What you’ll do:

• Provide pre-construction planning support, managing the appraisal and review process to identify programme constraints, statutory and contractual obligations, analyse and manage programme risk, and develop efficient programme and logistics solutions and material in support of bid submissionsSupport the bid team to achieve commercially attractive tender solutionsLiaise with key supply chain to ensure compliance and alignment with programme strategyCo-ordinate / assist in the preparation and presentation of bid appraisal material for Bid Gateway ReviewsEngage and support in the development and use of digital technologies for enhanced programme analysis, logistics and build simulationCo-ordinate / assist in the preparation and delivery of Client presentations / interviewManage the transfer of programme intelligence from bid to contract stage, including programme assumptions, resource and productivity calculations, supply chain agreements, supporting logistics, time risk allowance and opportunityProvide targeted independent progress audit from time to time, and targeted operational support where recovery or change analysis may be requiredEnsure all projects adhere to the philosophy of As-planned versus As-built programme and that project management teams provide updates on a monthly basis giving indication of Client, Contractor and Neutral Risk EventsEnsure that all projects adopt an integrated Design, Procure and Construct Programme philosophy, supporting the teams in the production and alignment of procurement schedules and Information Delivery PlansEnsure operational programme reporting follows Critical Path Analysis principles and provides analysis and commentary on consumption of programme floatUndertake and prepare delay analysis and collation of reports in conjunction with Project Management Teams Assist Project Management Teams in the development of recovery strategy and re-programming where contract delay/s have been encountered

What you’ll need:

• Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of design, procurement and commercial processes, and the interdependencies and impact on planning and programming
• Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of forms of contract, construction law, construction technology, modern construction techniques and time and resource management
• Understand and utilise the Robertson Management System (RMS) procedures for Project Programming and Progress Reporting
• Demonstrate good working knowledge of construction technology, modern construction techniques and time and resource management
• Demonstrate sound analytical and problem-solving skills
• Communicate effectively and work as a team member
• Effectively deal with clients / consultants / subcontractors
• Demonstrate ability to solve problems in a customer focused manner
• Computer literate – ability to utilise Asta Powerproject, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and internet as required
• Experience using 4D build simulation technologies, or a willingness to learn essential

Anything else to be noted for the role here, eg. For a Planner role

As a Regional Planning Manager you’ll have experience in a Planning role or significant experience in front-end construction project management, with ability to operate at a strategic level, reviewing and developing procedures to reflect industry best practice. Knowledge of design, procurement and commercial processes, and the interdependencies and impact on planning and programming is essential. You’ll be ambitious and be able to pursue a career where you can grow and progress.

What\’s in it for me

Our Principles – The Robertson Way

Our principles are our roadmap to achieving positive outcomes and delivering on our purpose. They influence daily decisions around what we do and how we do things, creating an environment ofgrowth, innovation and high performance.

We listen

Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard.

We are professional

Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver.

We take responsibility

Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters.

We are determined to succeed

Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit.

We are one team

We work as one – in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson.

For more information on our principles and culture, please visit:

Benefits of working with Robertson:

In return, we offer a wide range of rewards and employee benefits such as:

• 33 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time or FTC positions, increases with length of service)
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts (gym memberships, restaurants, days out with Hapi Rewards App
• Access to E-Learning

Diversity & Inclusion:

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. That’s why we’re working hard to create an environment where everyone can feel welcome, and where we can all be ourselves. We encourage applications from people of all races, ages, genders, religions, sexual orientations and more – so whoever you are, we hope you’ll see things our way, too.

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