Planning Manager (Bridgend)

Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge? Sir Robert McAlpine is gearing up for a major construction program in Port Talbot, South Wales, and we want you to be a part of it! Over the next 3 to 4 years, we will be involved in heavy construction and civil engineering works across various industrial fronts, starting with enabling works in Q3 2025.

When you think of iconic landmarks, think of Sir Robert McAlpine! From Cornwall's Eden Project to the Wales Millennium Centre, and Birmingham's Bull Ring to London's Emirates Stadium, our projects shape the landscape of the UK.

By joining us now, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering the next generation of outstanding projects, continuing our 155-year legacy. As a family-owned business, we offer you the chance to achieve more in your career while proudly building Britain's future heritage.

We are on the lookout for a highly skilled Planning Manager to lead our planning and project controls function for a landmark project valued at over £1 billion. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring that our planning aligns with key project decisions and business objectives.

• Lead the planning function across one of the project's primary areas.
• Identify planning strategies, methods, and logistics required throughout the project lifecycle.
• Create detailed programs with robust breakdown structures and engaging visuals.
• Define work intentions with precision and ensure a clear logical flow.
• Develop phasing diagrams, logistics plans, and resource/plant histograms.
• Establish certainty in progress tracking to inform future actions.
• Enhance predictability with robust project controls that forecast and provide early warnings.
• Utilize data to support decision-making and minimize project risks.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, project teams, customers, and supply chain partners.
• Consider commercial and contractual implications in planning, scheduling, monitoring, and control.
• Foster collaboration across project teams.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Experience managing planning on complex projects.
• Strong understanding of the NEC form of contract.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Solid grasp of construction methods and planning from first principles.
• Proficient in Powerproject planning software.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in the industrial sector is highly advantageous.
• Ability to lead and mentor planning team members.
• Good understanding of 4D planning and digital planning technologies.
• Experience working on Construction Management (CM) projects.

Additional Attributes:

• A passion for innovation and driving planning initiatives.
• Proven experience in pre-contract planning.

We are committed to investing in you and your future! Our competitive rewards packages include flexible benefits tailored to fit your lifestyle and priorities, along with performance-related progression opportunities.

We’d love for you to be part of our journey in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now!

At Sir Robert McAlpine, we are dedicated to being an inclusive employer. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you belong to a group that is under-represented in construction. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, we strive to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for every member of our team.