Planning Manager

Hamilton, Lanarkshire
KBM Resourcing

Planning Manager- Hamilton

The Role

Planning Manager to join civil engineering team. In this role you will support the planning and control of complex infrastructure programmes, ensuring works are sequenced efficiently, delivered to programme and aligned with project cost and quality targets. Will be managing a small team of Planners.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and update comprehensive infrastructure plans aligned with local authority or client strategic priorities including roads, bridges, flood prevention and renewable energy infrastructure.
• Manage small team including mentoring.
• Deliver project schedules, identifying risks, delays and critical dependencies.
• Coordinate with government agencies, environmental authorities, utility companies, consultants and contractors to ensure project compliance and integration.
• Prepare and present reports, proposals and planning submissions to senior management, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.
• Monitor project progress, costs and environmental impacts, adapt plans where necessary to ensure timely and budget-compliant completion.
• Input on the preparation of infrastructure strategies for flood prevention, transport networks and energy storage solutions, considering sustainability and resilience.
• Input on the development of GIS mapping and databases to support infrastructure projects and planning activities.
• Ensure adherence to UK standards, government regulations and sustainability goals.
• Champion continuous improvement in planning processes, systems and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in civil engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in major infrastructure or complex construction projects in the UK (e.g. highways, rail, utilities, or water).
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 experience with similar tools desirable.
• Strong communication, with the ability to influence project outcomes.
• A solid understanding of NEC contracts and key project controls principles.
• Professional accreditation, e.g. RICS, ICES, CIOB, MAPM.

Salary- DOE

Permanent