Overview
Job Description OverviewStep into a pivotal role within our Complex Projects team where you help shape iconic infrastructure and energy projects. From cutting‑edge transport systems to sustainable urban regeneration, your leadership will drive delivery. We're not just building projects—we're engineering a better future. That means fostering a truly collaborative culture where every voice is valued, every contribution recognized, and every talent nurtured. If you're ready to lead with empathy, manage with clarity, and elevate those around you—this is your platform. We champion flexible and remote working and support your ambitions.
Responsibilities
* Build & lead a regional planning team, recruiting planners, senior planners and planning managers and expanding the regional planning team.
* Develop, maintain, and manage robust baselines aligned with contractual and performance metrics.
* Lead planning across complex, multidisciplinary projects.
* Facilitate workshops and performance reviews.
* Ensure compliance with NEC contracts.
* Deliver advanced reporting, including EVM.
* Integrate schedule, cost, and risk data.
* Conduct critical path and scenario planning.
* Apply delay analysis and assure contractor schedule integrity.
Qualifications
* A degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Construction Management.
* Demonstrated success as a planning leader in sectors such as transport, energy, defense, water, or rail.
* Strong people‑management capabilities with a track record of mentoring high‑performing teams.
* In‑depth knowledge of NEC contracts and their practical application in complex environments.
* Outstanding interpersonal and stakeholder‑engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
* Proficiency in planning tools such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
* Analytical acumen, strategic thinking, and a collaborative mindset.
* Advanced understanding of project‑management methodologies and industry best practices.
Benefits
* Competitive salaries and employee rewards.
* Brilliant range of benefits that can be tailored to your health, wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle choices.
* Opportunities for training and professional development.
* Hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances.
Security Clearance
* This role may require security clearance; offers will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level.
* The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require proof of UK residency of 5 years or longer.
* Information about current or previous security clearances must not be included in your application or CV.
Equal Opportunities
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities are valued.
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