Strategic Planning Manager

1 month ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Methods Business and Digital Technology Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Planning Lead to join our team at Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited. As a Planning Lead, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of high-profile and complex projects that have a significant impact on public services and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Planning and Scheduling: Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive project schedules using industry-standard planning tools, ensuring alignment of project plans with overall programme objectives and timelines.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with senior stakeholders across government departments to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, facilitating communication between project teams, stakeholders, and executive leadership to ensure clarity and alignment.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and issues that could impact project timelines and develop mitigation strategies, monitoring and reporting on project progress, highlighting any deviations from the plan and proposing corrective actions.
  • Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to track project performance and progress, preparing regular status reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in project planning and management, mentoring and training project teams on planning methodologies and tools to enhance overall project delivery capabilities.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Professional certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2.
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in project planning and scheduling, with a focus on major projects and programmes.
  • Extensive experience with project management software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar tools.
  • Proven track record of successful project delivery support in a government or public sector environment.
Benefits

As a Planning Lead at Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited, you can expect:

  • Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience.
  • Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society.
  • Strong, inspiring, and thought-provoking leadership.
  • A supportive and collaborative environment.

We offer a range of benefits, including development opportunities, wellness initiatives, flexible working arrangements, and a competitive salary and benefits package.

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