Planning Manager (M&E)

Job description

Title: Planning Manager (MEP)

Location: West Sussex (3 Days Site / 2 Days Remote)

Salary: £85-95,000 + car allowance + package

A busy contractor delivering a major long-term project in West Sussex is seeking an experienced Planning Manager with strong Mechanical & Electrical expertise to lead the planning function on this exciting 5-year scheme.

This is a key role within the project team, where you will take ownership of the integrated programme, ensuring robust planning, progress monitoring and effective programme control throughout the project lifecycle.

The Planning Manager will play a pivotal role in the project’s successful delivery. Working closely with the Project Director they will ensure the construction programme is communicated effectively to the site team

The Role

• Lead the planning function on a major infrastructure project
• Develop, manage and maintain the Primavera P6 project programme
• Work closely with delivery, engineering and commercial teams to ensure programmes reflect the project strategy and construction methodology
• Monitor progress, identify risks and implement mitigation measures
• Support programme-related aspects of NEC contract management, including change and delay analysis

Candidate

• Proven experience as a Planning Manager / Senior Planner on major projects
• Strong MEP background gained within a UK contractor environment
• Advanced Primavera P6 skills
• Excellent knowledge of NEC contracts
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

What’s on Offer

• £85-95,000 per annum
• Annual car allowance or choice of company car
• Pension, Healthcare, Life assurance, Private medical
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Plus other great benefits.

If you are looking for a new career challenge and you are interested in the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV to matt.lilburn@goldgroup.co.uk or call Matt Lilburn on 01342 330 533 for further information quoting reference 73153.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Horley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English