Senior Planning Manager

About us

Bovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects.

We know from decades of experience that successful delivery of multi-year complex projects requires close working relationships and collaboration through the supply chain.  That’s why we share risk and invest in people and relationships at every level.

We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk.

What we are recruiting for:

We are recruiting for a Senior Planning Manager to join our Regions and Public Sector Construction business unit located in Birmingham/On Site. The role covers projects and bids for both the private and public sector with values of £20m to £300m+.

Initially this role will be based in our Birmingham office, working on the DEOP projects in preconstruction prior to moving to the project once works commencing on site.  For this role the applicant will need an in-depth knowledge of the NEC form of contract and be able to demonstrate the practical application of the contractual processes and requirements related to programme, time and compensation events

Roles & responsibilities:

• Lead and develop in conjunction with the Project Team the project planning, programme and delivery strategy for both bids and projects.
• In conjunction with the Project Team lead and develop the preconstruction and construction methodology to enable the most efficient and effective delivery of the project
• Lead and develop the project plan, programme and Planning Report for large/complex projects in accordance with our Procedures.
• Provide experienced based solutions for delivering the project and consideration by the Project Team
• Report project progress at regular intervals against the contract and delivery programmes, or other nominated programmes
• Prepare reports and documents supporting the role of ‘the project conscience’ to inform the Project Senior Leadership Team and the Business Unit on matters related to programme.
• Use experience, lessons learned and data analysis to pre-empt potential delays and suggest innovative methods of mitigating delays incurred and advise team accordingly.
• Support the project team in the creation and statusing of medium and short-range programmes.
• Project Controls - Produce data to support regular status updates and the weekly project dashboard providing updates on progress and key issues.
• Chair the weekly planning meeting to coordinate project programmes, progress update, delay records and key forthcoming milestones
• Review change proposals and advise on time impact.
• Assess and record time impacts of delays – Event Analysis
• Record as built production rates and delays to provide benchmarking for future projects.
• Support and input into initiatives to further enhance our Planning Procedures and Processes
• In conjunction with the BIM Coordinator, coordinate the 4D BIM model.
• Facilitate project team understanding and ownership of the plan and programme.
• Support/oversee junior planning staff to execute the above accountabilities when assigned.
• Skill development of junior planning staff
• Support the development of Project Team Members in the use of Planning technique and tools.

Experience & background:

• Practical experience in working with the NEC form of contact
• Experience of using data tools to analyse programme and other information
• Expert \ comprehensive understanding of construction methodology, building technology, pre-construction processes and procurement methods
• Strong understanding of the primary forms of construction contracts and the key commercial terms
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt approach dependent on the situation and audience.
• Produce reports and diagrams to a high standard to convey proposed sequences and methodologies.
• Working knowledge of P6
• Strong knowledge of CPA planning techniques and project controls
• Strong use of Excel (use of formulae, pivot tables etc)
• Previous experience in delivering projects.
• Please note that due to the nature of this role, national security vetting procedures apply, and a full UK security check will be carried out for the successful candidate. Further details about national security vetting can be found here:  United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) or Vetting explained - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

We will provide:

• Car allowance
• Flexible and hybrid work options
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Private medical health benefit
• Enhanced parental leave
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days
• 3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave
• Health and wellbeing support and initiatives
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services
• Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gym’s nation wide

Belong at Bovis

We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm.  We are a disability inclusive employer. If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, email us to let us know if you have a preferred communication method.

We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here.

Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.

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Lendlease is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.