Planning Manager

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving complex construction projects to success? We are actively seeking a highly skilled Planning Manager to join our team. This is a vital role where your expertise will directly influence project outcomes, optimise timelines, and foster efficiency across our construction portfolio. We are looking to expedite our hiring process and welcome applications from talented professionals ready to make a significant impact.

In this role, you will lead the planning process from the tender stage through to project completion. You will operate both independently and as a leader of our planning team, ensuring our strategies are aligned with organisational goals. Your key responsibilities include:

• Designing logical project sequences and methodologies to ensure efficient delivery.
• Overseeing the development of critical project deliverables, including programs and progress reports.
• Managing resources, tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and ensuring data-driven decision-making.
• Mentoring and developing junior planning personnel to foster their professional growth.
• Managing stakeholder relationships and monitoring subcontractor performance.

• You possess significant experience in planning and managing large-scale, complex construction projects.
• You are an expert in industry-standard software such as Primavera P6, Asta, or MS Project.
• You have a deep understanding of project management principles, including Earned Value Management and risk analysis (TRA/QSRA).
• You are a natural leader with excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of resolving complex conflicts.

• Location: Aberdeen
• Contract Type: 6 months
• Schedule: 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day
• Compensation: £650 per day (Inside IR35)

We pride ourselves on a culture that values everyone. We believe in talking positively, collaborating relentlessly, and encouraging each other constantly. If you are ready to make a difference and thrive in a supportive, high-energy environment, we would love to hear from you.

We are keen to fill this position promptly. Please submit your application or call Becky on (phone number removed). We look forward to reviewing your experience and potentially welcoming you to the team!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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