Elusav Recruitment have an exciting opportunity for a Planning Manager within a renowned international construction company in Zaragoza, Spain. This is a major greenfield Data Center project with long term opportunity.
As the Planning Manager you will be responsible for leading all planning activities on the site, including managing a planning team consisting of Senior & intermediate project planners. This is a senior role on a high profile project offering progression and development opportunities
Responsibilities:
Member of the Planning Department Management Team
Advising and supporting Divisional & SBU Management teams
Responsible for all aspects of Planning within assigned portfolio of projects
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 Senior Planner responsibilities when required
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 7-10 years experience working in planning on large-scale construction projects.
Be proficient using Primavera P6, Earned Value Management, Excel.
Clear understanding of construction methodologies and sequence.
Able to produce programme to plan and monitor the works from necessary information (drawings/model/SOW etc.).
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.