Senior Planning Manager

Job description

Are you a Senior Planning Manager looking to work on some of the most exciting construction projects in Europe and the Caribbeans?

Would you like to work for a company ranked Tier 1 Contracting Company in the world? If the answer is yes, please stay with me.

UCC (London) has got an unique opportunity for a Senior Planning Manager to join and lead a team of planners across 3 regions.

Responsibilities:

Lead and advise on managing and delivering town planning functions and responsibilities for the organization’s projects and programs.

Develop, implement, and monitor best management practices for the delivery and execution of planning commitments.

Manage and liaise with the team to create and implement strategies and plans, identifying risks and recommending mitigating actions.

Produce and manage schedules for design, procurement, construction, and completion, ensuring compliance with planning procedures and contractual requirements.

Evaluate and analyze project progress using status reports to assess performance and provide accurate forecasts.

Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and authorities to update and manage detailed work programs and planning matters.

Obtain and analyze progress updates from the planning team to ensure alignment with project schedules.

Conduct analysis of alternative schedules and options to address market fluctuations, changes, or unforeseen events, improving delivery strategies.

Review and evaluate subcontractor schedules and reports, recommending actions to align with the contract schedule.

Manage subcontractor schedules in line with baseline/contract schedules and recommend actions to address any schedule slippage.

Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge in Principles of Planning and Project Management

• Knowledge in Construction Law, Change Management, and principles and practices of research and data collection

• Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Cost Objectives

• Familiarity with Planning practices and the associated software such as Advanced Primavera6

• Knowledge in building construction planning and scheduling

• Strong cost control knowledge and knowledge in preparation of EOT claims and delay analysis
• Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes

• Familiar with local and international standards in construction

• ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering

Professional degree in MMUP Engineer Registration (UPDA) or PMP

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-08-2026

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