Planning Manager

Bovis Construction is seeking an experienced Planning Manager to drive the planning function for the Out Patients Building at the New Manchester General Hospital. The role will manage the creation, coordination, and control of all planning deliverables from pre‑construction through to project handover, ensuring alignment with client expectations, regulatory requirements, and Bovis standards. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver a high‑quality, on‑time, and on‑budget public sector project.

As a Bovis Planning Manager you will manage the planning and monitoring of large/complex projects, either as an individual or as part of a project planning team potentially from bid to completion You will work with our Project \ Operations Team to develop the most efficient project methodology and programme and then support the execution of the plan to the timely delivery of bids and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 programmes

• Support the project team in the creation and stat using 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 Analysis

• Record 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

Skills, Knowledge, Experience, Behaviours

Essential Skills

• Excellent 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.

• Strong use of Excel (use of formulae, pivot tables etc).

• Strong Excel (use of formulae, pivot tables etc) and PowerPoint skills.

• 4D BIM software knowledge.

Essential Knowledge

• Expert / comprehensive understanding of construction methodology, building technology, pre-construction processes and procurement methods.

• Strong understanding of the primary forms of construction contracts and the key commercial terms.

• Working knowledge of P6.

• Strong knowledge of CPA planning techniques and project controls.

Essential Experience

• Able to draw upon experience in multiple industry sectors.

• Experience of working under different forms of construction contract.

• Strong understanding and experience in the use of P6.

Essential Behaviours

• Ability to challenge programme assumptions constructively.

We will provide:

• Car allowance
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Private medical health benefit
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days
• 4 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave
• Health and wellbeing support and initiatives
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services
• Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gym’s nation wide

• Industry leading parental leave

  Please note that due to the nature of this role, national security vetting procedures apply, and a full UK security check will be carried out for the successful candidate. Further details about national security vetting can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK () or Vetting explained - GOV.UK ()

• Develop and maintain the overall project master schedule, integrating all discipline plans.
• Produce detailed pre‑construction planning packages, including sequencing, resource loading, and risk analysis.
• Monitor and update the schedule throughout construction, reporting progress against milestones.
• Coordinate with design, procurement, and site teams to resolve planning conflicts and optimise workflow.
• Implement Earned Value Management (EVM) and other performance metrics to track schedule performance.
• Facilitate regular planning workshops and progress meetings with stakeholders and client representatives.
• Ensure compliance with NHS and local authority planning regulations and reporting requirements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate schedule risks, maintaining a robust risk register.
• Prepare and present weekly and monthly schedule reports for senior management and the client.
• Mentor junior planners and support the development of best‑practice planning procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; MSc preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in construction planning, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience delivering large‑scale public sector healthcare projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project; familiarity with BIM scheduling tools.
• Strong understanding of NHS construction standards and UK building regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities, both written and verbal.
• Professional membership (e.g., CIOB, RICS, APM) is desirable.
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.