Planning Manager – New Build & Construction – Surrey - £65,000 Plus Package
Planning Manager is currently required by a leading UK Main Contractor based in Surrey. The opportunity has arisen for a Planning Manager to join an established name in the UK Main Contracting market due to an increase in project wins and a secure order book for 2012/2013.
The Planning Manager will report directly into the Regional Planning Manager and be responsible for providing a planning and programming service at both tender and contract stages of construction projects including commercial, education and office development projects that are valued up to £50m. The Planning Manager’s remit will also cover the leadership and management of other planning engineers within the team.
Duties
· Preparation of time and method sections of pre-qualification documents and attend interviews and presentations as appropriate.
· Preparation and presentation of robust tender programmes and method statements, fully integrating design, procurement and construction. Assessment of time-related preliminaries costs.
· Development of a realistic Contract programme with the site teams, supported by relevant narrative, Information Release Schedules and other support documents necessary to gain the Client’s approval.
· Development with the site teams of achievable Target and short-term look-ahead programmes. Liaise with Supply Chain members as appropriate.
· Establishment and monitoring of Project Controls, such as Key Performance Indicators, simple Earned Value measurements and Critical milestones.
· Ensure that accurate progress records are maintained and appropriate delay notices raised, to support EOT issues.
· Carrying out peer reviews and programme audits.
· Investigate and act as a champion for construction innovation, establishing opportunities for incorporation of modularisation wherever possible.
· Managing, mentoring and supporting junior planning staff and overseeing their career development.
Candidates
· Minimum of 7 years planning experience on New Build & Construction projects.
· Previous experience of structures, commercial, refurbishment, residential and fitting out works.
· Experience within a Main Contractor environment.
· Strong knowledge of Asta Powerproject
· Knowledge of relevant forms of contract, including JCT and NEC.
· HND or Degree preferred
· Good presentation skills.
On offer is a basic salary of up to £65,000 per annum plus an attractive benefits package which comprises of car or car allowance, pension, healthcare etc.
If you are seeking to secure a new career challenge and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please forward your CV to [email protected] quoting reference 30119 or call 01342 537 166 for further details.