Join Our Team at Sir Robert McAlpine!
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us? Sir Robert McAlpine is gearing up for a major construction programme in Port Talbot, South Wales, and we want you to be a part of it! Over the next 3 to 4 years, we’ll be tackling heavy construction and civil engineering works across various industrial fronts, starting with enabling works in Q3 2025.
Your Opportunity
If you’re an experienced Works Supervisor with a background in large multi-million-pound projects, this is your chance to shine! Join our dynamic team in Port Talbot and contribute to a complex and technically challenging project valued at over £200 million, all under the NEC form of contract.
Why Join Us?
At Sir Robert McAlpine, we’ve built iconic landmarks across the UK, from Cornwall's Eden Project to London's Emirates Stadium. By joining us now, you’ll play a vital role in delivering the next generation of outstanding projects that will continue our 155-year legacy. As a family-owned business, we’re dedicated to helping you achieve more in your career while proudly building Britain’s future heritage.
Your Role as Planning Manager
We are looking for a highly skilled Planning Manager to lead our planning and project controls function for this landmark £1 billion+ project. Your expertise will ensure that we respect, manage, and utilize our time wisely, making you a key player in aligning project delivery with our business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the planning function across one of the project's primary areas.
* Identify planning strategies, methods, and logistics required throughout the project lifecycle.
* Create detailed programmes with robust breakdown structures and engaging visuals.
* Define work with precision and ensure a clear logical flow.
* Develop phasing diagrams, logistics plans, and resource/plant histograms.
* Establish certainty in progress tracking to shape future actions.
* Enhance predictability with robust project controls and early warnings.
* Utilize data to support decision-making and minimize project risks.
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders, project teams, and supply chain partners.
* Consider commercial and contractual implications in planning and monitoring.
* Foster collaboration across project teams.
Your Profile
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Experience managing planning on complex projects.
* Strong understanding of the NEC form of contract.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Solid grasp of construction methods and planning from first principles.
* Proficient in Powerproject planning software.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience in the industrial sector is highly advantageous.
* Ability to lead and mentor planning team members.
* Good understanding of 4D planning and digital technologies.
* Experience with Construction Management (CM) projects.
Additional Attributes:
* A passion for innovation and driving planning initiatives.
* Proven experience in pre-contract planning.
Rewards
We’re committed to investing in you and your future! Our competitive rewards packages include flexible benefits tailored to fit your lifestyle and priorities, along with performance-related progression opportunities.
Join Us!
We’d love for you to be part of our mission to build Britain’s future heritage. Apply online now!
At Sir Robert McAlpine, we strive to be a truly inclusive employer. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you belong to a group that is under-represented in construction. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, we aim to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for every member of our team.