Regional Planning Manager
Regional Planning Manager – Construction & Infrastructure
Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 + Package
Location: Sheffield
Your new company
An established and forward-thinking UK construction contractor is seeking a Regional Planning Manager to join their growing operations. With a strong presence across the North of England, the company delivers complex projects across healthcare, education, commercial, and residential sectors. They are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and developing their people, providing an environment where career progression is actively supported.
Your new role
Our client is seeking an experienced Regional Planning Manager to oversee and drive programme delivery across multiple projects in the North of England. You will take ownership of planning, scheduling, and resource management at a regional level, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to budget. This is a senior leadership role that combines technical planning expertise with strategic oversight, providing input to both commercial and operational teams.
Responsibilities will include:
Leading regional planning and programme management across multiple live construction projects.
Developing and maintaining detailed project schedules, resource plans, and milestone tracking.
Monitoring progress and performance, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.
Coordinating with project managers, QS teams, and site management to ensure programme alignment.
Reviewing critical path schedules and advising on acceleration measures when required.
Managing and mentoring a team of planners, providing guidance and performance support.
Reporting to senior management on programme performance, risk, and forecast outcomes.
Ensuring compliance with company procedures, safety regulations, and contractual obligations.
Driving continuous improvement in planning processes and systems.
What you will need to succeed:
Proven experience as a Planning Manager or Regional Planning Lead within construction.
Strong knowledge of programme management, including Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
Experience managing multiple, high-value projects simultaneously.
Solid understanding of groundworks, new build, refurbishment, or fit-out programmes.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to mentor and develop a team of planners across multiple sites.
Understanding of JCT, NEC, or equivalent forms of construction contracts.
A strategic thinker with the ability to balance operational delivery with long-term programme planning.
What you get in return:
Competitive salary of £80,000 – £90,000 depending on experience.
Attractive benefits package including car allowance, private healthcare, pension, and bonus potential.
Leadership role with significant autonomy and influence over regional project delivery.
Opportunities for career growth in a company committed to professional development.
Work in a supportive, collaborative culture delivering large-scale, high-profile projects.
📩 Apply now to take ownership of programme delivery across the North and lead a team of planners on complex, high-value construction projects.
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