Planning Manager

Our client is looking to recruit a Planning Manager on a contract basis in Faslane. Planning Manager Faslane – 3 days per week in the office, 2 days from home Contract / Staff Inside IR35 Need to be obtain SC Clearance Sole British National Branch Overview The Planning Manager will be the planning interface with project planners to ensure the key milestones; critical dates and interdependencies are captured, agreed and delivered into the Integrated Plan. The role will work with a range of Stakeholders, including Planning and Risk Managers, to identify risks, potential mitigations and opportunities. They generate schedules and succinct reports which support informed decision making and adds clarity and value to the Programme. Tasks Act as the capability customer and interface for integrated planning and risk activities. Analyse integrated plans and risks from a capability perspective. Challenge discrepancies, risks, and issues, and assist in developing opportunities and mitigation actions. Work collaboratively with planning leads to carry out integrated planning reviews, ensuring schedules and plans are robust, accurate, and realistic. Engage with planning and risk stakeholders to understand the impact of activities on overall plans. Provide feedback to planners on how integrated plans are affected. Support the identification of risks and opportunities, including assisting in the development of mitigation plans. Work collaboratively with risk leads to carry out risk reviews, ensuring risks are accurately captured without duplication. Track and report on the status of mitigation actions to ensure they are being effectively managed. Submit accurate plans for inclusion in the base integrated plan by agreed deadlines. Support the team by developing plans and providing progress reports to the delivery sponsor. Lead activities required to meet objectives. Act as the interface with internal and external stakeholders, representing the organisation at relevant meetings and working groups to progress planning and risk activities. Correspond with other departments, government organisations, private sector companies, consultants, or contractors as required. Provide progress reports and updates to relevant meetings and stakeholders. Essential Skills and Experience All staff must complete mandatory training. Primavera P6 practitioner Microsoft Office 365 (MS OS 365) Packages including Project Risk Management APM Company information At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Planning Manager looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included. ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Helensburgh, GB

Posted Date: 2/4/2025