Planning Manager

4 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Lendlease Full time

About us

Lendlease are a globally integrated real estate group, we draw on decades of experience and the latest thinking in development, design, placemaking, construction and investments to deliver iconic and enormously successful places. 

With UK roots going back over 100 years, Lendlease’s Construction business brings deep knowledge and capability to all that we do. We are a trusted construction partner to many of the most respected private and public sector organisations in the UK.

Whether a new build, a repurposed or reconstructed property, a heritage restoration or a multi-phased development, our clients trust us to drive delivery, deal with complexity, and provide strategic and long-term economic and social value with innovative and sustainable solutions.

The role

We are currently recruiting for a Planning Manager to join our Regions construction business located in Manchester and working across the North West. Our projects and bids cover both the private and public section with values between £25m to £300m+.

Initially this role will be based on the project at Our Town Hall, Manchester and will be focused on the review, integration, analysis and recommendation of Works Package Contractor extension of time claims, in conjunction with the Lendlease Project Management and Commercial Management.

What you will do

Systematically and analytically review submitted claims and programmes giving advice on their validity and compliance with recognised methods of extension of time claim submission.Develop in conjunction with the Project Team the project planning, programme and delivery strategy for both bids and projects.In conjunction with the project team, develop the preconstruction and construction methodology to enable the most efficient and effective delivery of the project.Develop the project plan, programme and Planning Report in accordance with our planning procedures.Provide experienced based solutions for delivering the project and consideration by the Project Team.Report project progress at regular intervals against the contract and delivery programmes, or other nominated programmesSupport the project team in the creation and statusing of medium and short-range programmes.Project Controls - Produce data to support regular status updates and the weekly project dashboard providing updates on progress and key issues.Prepare \ support reports and documents supporting the role of ‘the project conscience’ to inform the Project Senior Leadership Team and the Business Unit on matters related to programme.Assist in chairing the weekly planning meeting to coordinate project programmes, progress update, delay records and key forthcoming milestones.Review change proposals and advise on time impact.Assess and record time impacts of delays – Event AnalysisRecord as built production rates and delays to provide benchmarking for future projects.In conjunction with the BIM Coordinator, coordinate the 4D BIM model.Facilitate project team understanding and ownership of the plan and programme.Support the development of Project Team Members in the use of Planning technique and tools.Support and input into initiatives to further enhance our Planning Procedures and Processes

You will bring

Comprehensive understanding of construction claims, methodology, building technology, pre-construction processes and procurement methodsStrong understanding of the primary forms of construction contracts and the key commercial termsExcellent communication skills and the ability to adapt approach dependent on the situation and audience.Produce reports and diagrams to a high standard to convey proposed sequences and methodologies.Working knowledge of P6 (Desirable)Strong knowledge of CPA planning techniques and project controlsStrong use of Excel (use of formulae, pivot tables etc)Previous experience in delivering projects.

What we provide

Car allowance Industry leading pension schemePrivate medical health benefit and dental plan optionsEnhanced parental leaveLife assurance25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional daysWellbeing leaveHealth and wellbeing support and initiatives24/7 confidential Employee assistance programmeDiscounted gym membership to over 2,500 gym’s nation wide

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Belong at Lendlease

We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm.

We are a disability inclusive employer. Click to see our standard recruitment process. If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, us to let us know if you have a preferred communication method. 

We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here. 

Lendlease is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.



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