Planning Manager

5 days ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Mace Full time

Position status: This opportunity is for an unsecured role that is due to commence in Q4 2024 subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site. 

Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. 

Monitor so that all work required to fulfil the Delivery Units' work plans is scheduled and associated RIMINI plans are produced.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:  

Safety first - Going home safe and well: 

  • You will be an advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards. 
  • You will possess expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. 
  • You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.  

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: 

  • You will manage the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives. 
  • You will support the long-term success of planning performance for specified engines/sectors/hubs, and the overall contribution to the broader company goals. 
  • You will support the planning function in ensuring projects and tenders are effectively planned, scheduled, and monitored. 
  • Monitor so that the works scheduling process is undertaken in accordance with the approved procedures and captures work efficiency data to the prescribed standard. 
  • Monitor so that the work bank is maintained and updated throughout the year so that the necessary work is identified and delivered.
  • Monitor so that the work schedules are aligned to the quarterly work plans including the requirements of specialists or area wide activities not undertaken by the delivery unit (such as E&P, ultrasonic testing etc).
  • Manage work schedules so that they are optimised within stated budget limits to achieve comprehensive work plan delivery and resource deployment across the delivery teams.
  • Provide information as requested regarding work plans/achievements.
  • Capture changes arising in the required business processes.
  • Manage joint MIMS process and user reviews with the network rail staff. Where system alterations are required act as the network rail sponsor of changes.
  • Assess scheduling staff competencies and instigate remedial action if necessary.
  • Identify changes to the infrastructure and revise work schedules.
  • Monitor so that the effective identification and management of all risks associated with delivery is undertaken.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: 

  • You will support senior management in negotiations, contract development and other business development, ensuring that due diligence is applied.  
  • You will support the long term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future. 
  • You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.  

Create opportunity for our people to excel: 

  • You will support your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.  
  • You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub. 
  • You will develop and maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with the Client and other project stakeholders, both internal and external. 

You'll need to have:

  • 2 yearsâ experience in infrastructure works planning in an operational environment.
  • Grounded in all types of planning techniques.
  • Ability to undertake risk analysis.
  • Good interpersonal skills for working within a matrix organization.
  • Good MS Office skills, MIMS and P3e. 

Youâll also have:

  • Experience in works planning and scheduling within the operational railway environment.
  • Computer literate (PPS, QEI).
  • Membership of APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE, AACE, IRM, IEMA or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.  
  • Extensive experience in the successful planning of projects and programmes in the xxx sector. 
  • Deep property or infrastructure project management expertise.  
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen.  
  • Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.  
  • Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.  
  • Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. 

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role. 

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