People Group is looking to recruit a Senior Planning Manager from an MEP Tier 1 background to work on HS2 for the main Joint Venture. What will you be doing Responsible for the planning function on allocated projects/tenders. Accountable for ensuring that projects/tenders are effectively planned, scheduled, and monitored. Supports project management function in the delivery of the project/tender. Ensuring they are delivered on time and profitably. Responsible for the planning of medium to high complexity projects, portfolio projects, or sections of larger projects. You will be an advocate the clients value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards. You will manage the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives. Leads and manages a team of professionals delivering planning/schedule management services and is responsible for team/individual development. Leads the application of specific planning/scheduling methods, techniques, and tools Good working knowledge of planning/scheduling, earned value management (EVM),and project control methodologies You will support the planning function in ensuring projects and tenders are effectively planned, scheduled, and monitored. You will support senior management in negotiations, contract development and other business development, ensuring that due diligence is applied. You will support the long-term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU). Essential for the role: Ideally, degree educated, preferably in a Mechanical or Electrical construction/engineering discipline (or equivalent). Membership of APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE, AACE, IRM, IEMA or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development. Significant experience in the use of planning techniques in a range of multi-disciplinary sectors. Experience working on major Fit Out projects within the construction sector. Ability to travel to Birmingham 4 days a week Experience in managing relationships with key senior stakeholders. On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, pension, discretionary bonus, and 22 days holiday (plus 2 volunteer days and 3 days xmas Shutdown). “People Group is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to promoting an inclusive environment for both our clients and employees.”