Planning Manager

Gold Group

Title: Planning Manager
Location: Hammersmith, London (3 days site / 2 days remote)
Rate: (Apply online only) per day

An immediate opportunity has arisen for a Planning Manager to join a leading main contractor on a freelance basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven professional to take ownership of planning activities on a landmark scheme and lead a small team of Planners.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of Planners, providing guidance, mentoring, and support.
• Develop, monitor, and oversee the project programme using Primavera P6.
• Ensure the programme is fully compliant with contractual requirements under the NEC contract.
• Work closely with project and commercial teams to identify risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies.
• Produce clear progress reports, dashboards, and analysis for senior management and the client.
• Play a key role in driving project delivery, ensuring milestones are achieved and programme integrity is maintained.

Candidate

• Proven experience working as a Planning Manager (or Senior Planner ready to step up) on major civil engineering projects.
• Strong technical proficiency in Primavera P6.
• In-depth knowledge and application of NEC contracts.
• Previous experience overseeing or mentoring junior Planners.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile project environment.

Please apply by sending your CV or call Matt Lilburn on (phone number removed) for further information quoting reference 71704.

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