Planning Manager

As a Planning Manager, you will be responsible for the planning function in the project, programme or portfolio, working with stakeholders to resource, manage and assure projects/ programmes. You will ensure visibility and alignment of programmes with business plans and Performance Commitments throughout **Responsibilities** - Provide visible and effective leadership and resource planning to lead the planning team and work with the project/programme manager to deliver the business case benefits and outcomes. - Oversee the interfacing and integration with the project controls team to maintain an aligned financial position with the Project/Programme Plan. - Develop clear vision and standards and champion the use of best practice project planning standards, tools and processes. - Build strong networks both internally and externally. - Work with the senior management team to ensure the programme accurately reflects the state of the project/programme and reflects current strategy. - Review performance data, looking at trends to identify areas for improvement and collaboration, and selecting appropriate methods and tools to resolve them. **Knowledge, Skills, and Experience** **Essential** - The confidence to manage teams and communicate at all levels, driving commitments and improvements to meet commercial and technical objectives and deadlines. - Extensive training and experience with Primavera (P6) - Proficient in the interpretation of Earned Value Analysis. - Experience in the interpretation of estimating, scheduling, programming and risk tools - High level of numeracy and excellent analytical skills - Excellent MS Office skills **Desirable** - Working knowledge of reporting tools including Power Bi. - Training and experience of other planning tools, not just P6 - Recent experience in the forming and development of teams. - Relevant experience in Project Controls and/or Project Delivery, preferably in a highly regulated environment **Essential** - HNC/HND, degree qualified or experience in a planning related discipline **Desirable** - APM Project Management Qualification - APMG Managing Successful Programmes – foundation level - APMG International Project Planning and Control Practitioner or equivalent - PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)