Elusav Recruitment have an exciting opportunity for a Planning Manager with one of Europe's leading Engineering contractors to work on Data Center projects across Europe.
As the Planning Manager you will be responsible for leading your project/portfolio of projects, taking ownership of planning strategy & team performance while maintaining regular reporting & relationship with stakeholders & clients.
Responsibilities:
* Main reporting line to Group Planning Manager.
* Also reports directly to Divisional Managing Director.
* Member of the Planning Department Management Team.
* Member of the Divisional Management team.
* Advising and supporting Divisional & SBU Management teams.
* Responsible for all aspects of Planning within the Division.
* Reporting to EMT on Planning KPIs on behalf of Divisional Management team.
* Assessing and reporting on schedule risk levels.
* Hiring, managing, training, coaching, supporting, developing, leading Planning staff.
* Promoting Schedule Literacy.
* Providing training for MDs, OMs, PMs, CMs & construction teams in Planning related topics.
* Communicating with the Client in support of the business.
* Responsible for implementing the Planning SOPs.
* Ensuring that appropriate Planning & Progress systems are in place on each project.
* Troubleshooting any Planning related issues.
* Supporting and advising on bids and tenders including project selection process.
* Assisting in the preparation of claims and providing data for contractual disputes.
* Advising on and developing best practice for the company.
* Improving and advancing Planning within the company.
* Assisting with Planning Department innovation initiatives.
* Covering Group Planning Manager responsibilities when required.
* Covering Planning Manager / Senior Planner responsibilities when required.
* Travelling to projects, as required, to carry out the above duties.
* In all aspects, maintaining objectivity and factual reporting.
* Assuming roles as part of the Planning Department Management Team subsidiary functions.
* All other duties associated with the role.
Requirements:
* Minimum 5+ years experience working in planning as Lead/Manager on large-scale construction projects.
* Be proficient using Primavera P6, Earned Value Management, Excel.
* Clear understanding of construction methodologies and sequence.
* Capable of managing the planning of large-scale projects with minimum supervision.
* Be highly motivated, a self-starter & able to work well in a team on or your own.
* Clear communicator
* Ability to work well within strict deadlines.
Contact:
If you would like to learn more about the vacancy, apply now, or contact Aaron Gallagher on or +353 61541446.