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