Planning Manager MEP

Title: Planning Manager
Location: Reading (Hybrid)
Salary: £80-95,000 + car allowance + package

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Planning Manager to join a leading main contracting business to oversee the planning and delivery of the MEP on a complex science facility project valued at circa £300m.

As the Planning Manager, you'll be at the helm of all scheduling and planning activities for this high-profile project. With a strong focus on MEP integration, you'll ensure the seamless coordination of systems, trades, and timelines.
This is a fantastic opportunity with a dynamic business offering a great working environment, no limits on career progression, the support of an experienced and approachable team and chance to work on a high-profile project with cutting-edge challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, management, and monitoring of detailed project schedules.
• Oversee MEP planning, ensuring flawless integration into the overall programme.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align all construction activities.
• Conduct critical path analyses and identify opportunities for programme optimization.
• Provide clear, data-driven reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Anticipate potential delays and risks, implementing mitigation strategies.
• Champion best practices in planning and resource allocation to drive efficiency.

Candidate

• Extensive experience as a Planning Manager, with significant MEP project exposure.
• Proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, or similar tools.
• Proven ability to manage complex, large-scale projects in the construction sector.
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• A proactive approach with a solutions-driven mindset.

Offer

• Starting salary of £80-95,000
• Choice of company car or annual car allowance of £6,000
• Travel expenses
• Pension, Healthcare, Life assurance, Private medical
• 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme
• Clear pathways for career growth within a leading construction company.

If you are looking for a new career challenge in planning and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV or call Matt Lilburn on for further information quoting reference 69468.

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