Planning Manager – Engineering & Construction
Vallum Associates are supporting an engineering contractor delivering electrical and instrumentation projects across the energy and industrial sectors.
We’re looking for a Planning Manager who enjoys getting involved in project delivery, building detailed programmes and working directly with construction teams to improve performance.
You’ll take responsibility for planning across tender opportunities and active projects, while supporting and developing the wider planning team.
The role
- Develop and maintain integrated Primavera P6 schedules covering engineering, procurement, installation and commissioning.
- Work with site teams to establish achievable sequences, short-term priorities and resource requirements.
- Assess progress using site inspections, installation records and feedback from construction teams.
- Analyse labour utilisation and productivity, identifying emerging delays and agreeing practical recovery measures.
- Produce resource forecasts and reporting that give project teams clear visibility of delivery risks.
- Work alongside commercial colleagues to assess changes, maintain programme records and support delay analysis.
- Contribute to tender submissions through programme development, delivery assumptions and resource planning.
- Lead and mentor planners, improving consistency across the project portfolio.
What we’re looking for
- Experience as a Planning Manager, Lead Planner or Senior Planner within engineering or construction.
- Strong electrical, instrumentation or MEP installation experience, ideally gained on energy or industrial projects.
- Advanced Primavera P6 skills, including resource loading, critical path analysis and schedule updates.
- A practical understanding of construction sequencing, installation productivity and commissioning interfaces.
- Experience using progress data, labour hours and earned value to assess project performance.
- Confidence working with site supervisors, project managers, commercial teams and clients.
- Experience developing other planners, or the capability to take on broader team leadership.
- An engineering or construction qualification, or equivalent practical experience.
Planning Manager employer: Vallum Associates
As an Electronics Test Engineer at our company, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology in a collaborative work environment. We offer competitive benefits, a strong focus on employee development, and opportunities for career advancement, all while being located in a vibrant area that fosters creativity and growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the field of electronics testing and enjoy a rewarding career with us.
