Planning Manager (Major Projects)

Gatwick Airport

  • Gatwick, West Sussex
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
We are searching for a Planning Manager (Major Projects) to join the world's most efficient single-runway airport. As part of a collaborative team, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the delivery of a substantial investment plan aimed at developing and enhancing our airport infrastructure and facilities.The airport's current projects, which range from £50m to £350m, include the International Departure Lounge (IDL) in the North and South Terminals, valued at over £500m, as well as a £140m extension to Pier 6.You'll be instrumental to our airport's future success, working closely with our Programme Manager to achieve the strategic aims and objectives of the business. Your primary focus will be on developing, implementing, and delivering effective planning and assurance processes across a programme of projects typically valued in excess of £150m.What is the role?Reporting to the Lead Planning Manager, you'll take a key role in leading the planning of projects across all stages of their lifecycle, from concept approval to delivery and closeout. Your mission is to make sure performance targets are not just met but surpassed consistently and on time.Other duties include:
  • Creating and maintaining schedules for the entire project journey, including internal and external interfaces. This will include managing the control programmes from project concept to closeout, managing contract program evaluations, assessing compensation events, conducting delay analysis and helping to drive schedule improvements through to our supply chain
  • Playing a major role in leading and managing planning teams for the programme. You'll expertly apply your knowledge and skills across multiple projects to help us achieve our strategic goals.
  • Helping the planning team grow by contributing to the development of standards, managing, motivating, coaching and mentoring team members. You'll be excited about helping talented individuals reach their potential.
  • Reviewing the Programme, assisting in trend and change processes, reporting, risk management and finding ways to be more efficient that might positively affect programme outcomes and your teams' performance.
  • Continuously developing and upholding world-class health, safety, and environmental standards across the programme and its contractors. We aim to achieve health, safety and environmental excellence.
What are we looking for?The live environment at Gatwick requires all our teams to have a flexible and adaptable approach, with problem solving skills and an innovative outlook. You'll have the opportunity to be significantly involved in delivering the strategic objectives of projects, as well as the opportunity to take the lead of your own projects from inception to completion. In addition, this role requires:
  • Previous experience planning infrastructure projects as a Senior Planner on multi-year programmes within the construction or infrastructure sectors, working on projects/programmes typically more than £100 million.
  • Previous experience leading small teams.
  • Extensive experience with Primavera P6 and related commercial acumen
  • Demonstrable experience in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders to explain complex or abstract ideas straightforwardly.
  • Proven leadership and influencing skills, along with the ability to motivate, coach, facilitate, and create learning opportunities for others.
What do I get?Our employees tell us that working here is something special and no day is like another, where our teams do something every day that other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary, our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:
  • 5% Welcome Bonus
  • Performance-based bonus scheme
  • High street shops and restaurant discounts
  • Healthcare scheme
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Professional training to develop
  • Discounted travel
  • Volunteer days
What it's like to work at London Gatwick?At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included.We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. Our aim; to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, and we recognise we all play an important role in our success.To apply and find out more about what it's like to work at London Gatwick, visit our dedicated construction careers siteShould you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.Click apply to start your career with London GatwickLoading...Close mapLocationGatwick AirportGatwick Airport, Gatwick, United Kingdom, RH6 0NPLoading...Show NearbyMeet the recruiterDavid Weavingdavid.weaving@gatwickairport.comLocationLoading...Job benefitsHover over a benefit for more information!Bonus SchemeDiscretionary bonus plans look to reward colleagues for their hard work, talent and commitment to Gatwick achieving excellent results.PensionWe offer a defined contribution pension (DC) plan with the flexibility to select your monthly contribution.Life AssuranceOur life assurance benefit provides peace of mind by offering financial protection to your loved ones.WellbeingPutting yours and your loved ones health first, with private medical and cash plan options, including access to a free virtual GP for all colleagues.Electric Vehicle SchemeOur approved tax efficient salary sacrifice scheme, could help you achieve your environmental ambitions with a shiny, new electric vehicle.Share Plan Scheme (VINCI)Become a VINCI Group shareholder, offering buy one get one free shares in London Gatwick's majority shareholder.Discounts & CashbackYou'll have access to discounted shopping from over 800 retailers including restaurants, insurance companies and supermarkets.Discounted Rail & Bus TravelAt London Gatwick, we encourage sustainable and lower-emission transport options for our employees. To support this, we offer a range of discounts on public transport.Airside Perks & Free Holiday ParkingOur colleagues enjoy discounts at our airport retail partners & restaurants. Also available is 28 days free holiday parking, and 20% discount for family & friends.Share this pageJob AlertsRegister for job alerts to be the first to know when our latest opportunities arise

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