Join Our Team at Sir Robert McAlpine!
Exciting times are ahead as we prepare for a major construction programme in Port Talbot, South Wales. Over the next 3 to 4 years, we will embark on heavy construction and civil engineering works across various industrial fronts, starting with 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 project, valued at over £200m, will be executed under an NEC form of contract, offering you a chance to work on something truly remarkable.
Why Join Us?
At Sir Robert McAlpine, you’ll find iconic landmarks that define our nation, from Cornwall’s Eden Project to London’s Emirates Stadium. By joining us now, you can contribute to the next generation of outstanding projects that continue our 155-year legacy. As a family-owned business, we are dedicated to helping you 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 exceeding £1bn. Your expertise will ensure that we respect, manage, and utilize our time effectively, making you a pivotal part of our decision-making process.
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 appearances.
* 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 positions to shape future actions.
* Enhance predictability with robust project controls that forecast and generate early warnings.
* Utilize data to support decision-making and minimize project risks.
* Communicate clearly 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.
* Strong knowledge of 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 planning technologies.
* Experience working on Construction Management (CM) projects.
Additional Attributes:
* Passion for innovation and driving planning initiatives.
* Proven experience in pre-contract planning.
Rewards
We are ready to invest in you and your future! Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits tailored to fit your lifestyle and priorities. We offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities.
Join us in proudly building Britain’s future heritage. We encourage you to apply online now!
At Sir Robert McAlpine, we are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we’d still love to hear from you, especially if you belong to a group that is under-represented in construction. Our goal is to ensure that our team reflects the diversity of the working population. 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.