An established engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced National Planning Manager to lead and develop its planning function across the business. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an individual with a strong background in project planning, programme management and project controls. The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing and improving planning processes, developing a robust Project Management Office (PMO) function and implementing effective risk management strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the national planning function, establishing consistent processes, standards and reporting structures.
- Build and strengthen the PMO function, ensuring effective programme governance and project controls.
- Develop, manage and oversee complex project programmes using both Asta Powerproject and Primavera P6.
- Provide strategic planning support across multiple projects, ensuring programmes are realistic, achievable and aligned with business objectives.
- Establish effective risk management processes, identifying programme risks, delays and opportunities.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers and senior leadership to improve project performance.
- Monitor programme progress, critical paths, resource requirements and project milestones.
- Develop reporting systems to provide senior management with clear visibility of project performance.
- Support project teams with programme recovery strategies and mitigation measures.
- Drive continuous improvement in planning, reporting and programme delivery.
- Extensive experience in construction or engineering project planning, ideally within a senior management position.
- Proven experience delivering projects using both Asta Powerproject and Primavera P6.
- Strong understanding of project controls, programme management and risk management.
- Experience developing or improving planning processes, systems and functions.
- Strong understanding of PMO structures, programme governance and reporting.
- Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to engage confidently with senior management, operational teams and external stakeholders.
- Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.
- Degree or professional qualification in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Previous experience establishing or leading a national or regional planning function.
- Experience implementing PMO frameworks and project controls processes.
- Experience managing planning teams across multiple projects or locations.
Planning Manager employer: TWG Consulting Services
Join a leading international contractor renowned for delivering complex and technically demanding construction projects, particularly in the data centre sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture that champions safety and excellence, this role offers not only an attractive salary but also significant opportunities for career progression and involvement in landmark projects across the UK and Europe. Experience a dynamic work environment where your leadership will directly impact the success of one of the UK's most significant data centre developments.
