Join Our Team at Sir Robert McAlpine!
Exciting times are ahead as we gear up for a major construction program in Port Talbot, South Wales! Over the next 3 to 4 years, we will be undertaking heavy construction and civil engineering works across various industrial fronts, starting with a series of enabling works in Q3 2025.
If you are an experienced Works Supervisor with a background in large multi-million-pound projects, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team. This complex and technically challenging project is valued at over £200 million and will be executed under an NEC form of contract.
Why Join Us?
At Sir Robert McAlpine, we take pride in our legacy of building iconic landmarks across the UK, including:
* The Eden Project in Cornwall
* The Wales Millennium Centre
* Birmingham's Bull Ring
* London's Emirates Stadium
By joining us now, you can 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 offer you the chance to achieve more in your career while proudly building Britain's future heritage.
Your Role: Planning Manager
We are seeking a highly skilled Planning Manager to lead the planning and project controls function for this landmark project valued at over £1 billion. 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 programs with robust breakdown structures and engaging visuals.
* Define work intentions with precision and ensure a clear logical flow.
* Develop phasing diagrams, logistics plans, and resource/plant histograms to support planning.
* Establish certainty in progress tracking to inform future actions.
* Enhance predictability with robust project controls that forecast and provide early warnings.
* Utilize data to support decision-making and minimize project risks.
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders, project teams, customers, and supply chain partners.
* Consider commercial and contractual implications in planning, scheduling, monitoring, and control.
* 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 are committed to investing in you and your future! Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits tailored to fit your lifestyle and priorities, along with performance-related progression opportunities.
Join Us!
We would love for you to be part of our journey in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now!
At Sir Robert McAlpine, we are dedicated to being an 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 strive to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for every member of our team.