V7 are working with a close client who due to exponential growth are now looking for a Planning Manager to join the team.
The business are a utilities consultancy who are on an extremely exciting trajectory, making it an excellent time to join.
On offer is a salary of up to £65,000 plus benefits.
Key duties:
* Lead, coach, and support a team of planners to deliver high-quality, coordinated work programmes.
* Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
* Plan and schedule Developer Services activities, including new connections, diversions, and main-laying schemes.
* Ensure compliance with permitting and regulatory requirements (e.g. NRSWA, D-MeX).
* Manage resource forecasting and operational risk to balance workload and maintain service levels.
* Monitor performance, resolve planning issues, and uphold planning standards through audits and reviews.
* Act as a key liaison with developers, local authorities, and internal teams to coordinate delivery and manage risks.
Candidate experience:
* Proven experience in operational planning, scheduling, or resource management in utilities, construction, highways, or infrastructure sectors.
* Experience leading planning teams in time-critical, service-driven environments.
* Strong working knowledge of street works regulations, NRSWA, permitting, and traffic management planning.
To apply for this role please submit a copy of your CV.
V7 Recruitment are an equal opportunities employer and are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy