Head of Planning - Construction Consultancy

Head of Planning - Construction Consultancy - Major Infrastructure and Utilities ProjectsAn established, national Construction Consultancy seeks a Head of Planning to join its successful and growing team, delivering major construction and infrastructure projects across the UK.Based in Manchester - with hybrid working - this is a senior opportunity to take ownership of the planning function, working across major construction and infrastructure projects while helping shape how the service develops and grows. The Head of Planning roleAs well as supporting the successful delivery of projects, the successful Head of Planning will develop the planning team, build strong relationships with clients, and play an active role in identifying and securing new opportunities.The successful Head of Planning will:Lead the planning function, providing technical leadership and direction across projects. Oversee the development, review and maintenance of robust project programmes. Provide senior planning input on complex projects, supporting project teams and clients with clear, practical advice. Review programme performance, including critical path, float, progress, constraints, risks and emerging delays. Work collaboratively with project, commercial, design, procurement and construction teams to ensure programmes reflect project delivery. Provide planning input into programme change and delay matters where required. Develop consistent planning standards, processes and ways of working across ..... full job details .....