Blue Arrow are looking for an experienced Planning Manager to join our clients team in Livingston. To ensure that the planning team effectively schedules workload to maximise the productivity and commercial contributions of a blend of directly employed and subcontract operational teams. Achieve maximum invoicing / sales output come month end. To provide line management for a team of 15 planners / coordinators and post-delivery administrators. To manage the relationship with client operational representatives to ensure contractual obligations, KPIs and commercial targets are met. Main responsibilities Develop and maintain effective relationships with Operational Managers and liaise with Clients with regards to programme progress. Develop and maintain effective relationships with Authorities with regards to the planning and completion of work. To liaise with the supply chain in relation to the planning and completion of work. Understand and use commercial contract terms to achieve an effective balance between customer services and delivery objectives and KPIs. Ensure resources are adequate for the workload and that projects are delivered in an economic and timely manner. Ensure compliance with agreed Scheduling processes and company KPI's impacted by Scheduling outputs, and ensure that the daily targets are achievable and delivered. Operate in line with Company policies and strategies and be proactive in promoti...