Freelance Planning Manager

Job DescriptionFreelance Planning Manager - London - RailOverview

We are seeking a highly experienced Planning Manager to join a major rail infrastructure programme based in London. This freelance opportunity sits outside IR35 and offers a competitive daily rate of £700. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in rail infrastructure planning, a solid command of Primavera P6, and a proven track record of working within large-scale, multidisciplinary rail projects.Responsibilities

Lead the planning function across one or more major rail infrastructure projectsDevelop, maintain, and optimise project schedules using Primavera P6Integrate schedules across multidisciplinary teams, including civils, track, signalling, and MandEIdentify and analyse schedule risks, critical paths, and float to provide mitigation strategiesSupport project controls with cost and resource loading where requiredLiaise with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on planning activitiesProduce high-quality reports and dashboards for client and internal stakeholdersProvide planning expertise during project reviews, audits, and governance forumsContribute to continuous improvement of planning standards and tools within the programmeRequirements

Proven experience as a Planning Manager within the rail industry, ideally on major UK infrastructure projects (e.g., HS2, Crossrail, Network Rail frameworks)Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and planning software/toolsComprehensive understanding of project lifecycle stages in rail and infrastructureExperience with NEC3/NEC4 contracts and earned value management principlesExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility to manage competing priorities in a high-pressure, delivery-focused environmentRelevant qualifications in engineering, project management, or planning (e.g., APM, PMI, Planning Academy)Must be eligible to work in the UKDesirable

Knowledge of digital planning tools (e.g., Power BI, TILOS)Understanding of railway possession planning and integration with operational teamsChartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body (e.g., APM, ICE, CIOB)If interested in further details, please contact John Baker or Katherine Oxlade.Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of belief, sexuality, or other characteristics. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You''ll find a wide selection of vacancies on our ..... full job details .....