Location
Leeds, with 2-3 days per week on site at Immingham for a Port Expansion project.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey. Our Mobility team is expanding and we have an exciting opportunity for a Planning Manager to join our team to be part of a Port Expansion project. As Planning Manager, you will support the Planning function in ensuring projects and tenders are effectively planned, scheduled, and monitored. You will be responsible for advocating Mace's value of Safety First and leading exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability, and project compliance standards. You will possess expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to the project portfolio and champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing for your team.

You will manage the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives. Supporting the long-term success of Planning performance for specified sectors and contributing to broader company goals will be key. You will assist senior management in negotiations, contract development, and business development, ensuring due diligence is applied. You will also support the long-term development of strategy for the function or business unit, creating a sustainable business future.

Committing to making a positive impact for our people, clients, and planet, you will take ownership for holding others accountable to Mace values. Supporting your project team by providing an environment to share knowledge and experience, you will actively network, innovate, and seek best practices, utilising the full depth of knowledge within Mace Group, including centres of excellence and knowledge hubs. Developing and maintaining effective communication and collaborative relationships with clients and other project stakeholders, both internal and external, is essential.

Experience
- Membership of APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE, AACE, IRM, IEMA or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
- Extensive experience in successful planning of projects and programmes in the infrastructure sector.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen.
- Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.
- Experience managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
- Strong P6 experience.
- Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations shape project outlooks.

About you
You are a proactive leader who champions safety, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. You are committed to delivering high-quality outcomes and building long-term client relationships. You have a strategic mindset with the ability to support business development and long-term planning. You embrace innovation and continuous improvement and are comfortable working in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications
Professional membership as listed above or equivalent professional development demonstrating your expertise and commitment to the planning discipline.