Senior Project Planner

Role overview The Senior Project Planner at AECOM in Manchester works within the project management team, shaping schedules for projects from initial planning through to completion. This role influences how projects are structured and delivered, ensuring that timelines are realistic and achievable. Key responsibilities Create detailed schedules for a variety…

Join our team at Turner & Townsend as a Project Planner, where we are seeking seasoned planning professionals adept at managing high-value, intricate construction projects. You will play a pivotal role in our thriving project pipeline.The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of Primavera P6 software, data reporting, and scheduling best practices. You should also excel in resource and cost-loaded scheduling, complemented by strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders daily.As a Planner, you will oversee the comprehensive service delivery, ensuring client objectives are fulfilled through value-added services.Key Responsibilities:Facilitate and guide planning workshops with clients and vendors to formulate the master project schedule, establishing baselines and critical paths.Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to devise, develop, and implement construction schedules.Frequent travel to construction sites will be required.Engage daily with stakeholders, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.Create and sustain detailed construction program schedules utilizing Primavera P6 and Tableau across multiple projects.Ensure that schedule-related data from vendors, suppliers, and construction contractors is accurately fed into the planning and scheduling systems.Implement project planning and scheduling strategies that reflect both company and contractor roles and responsibilities.Work closely with project managers and subcontractor teams to uphold schedule integrity.Provide quality assurance and interface with project functional groups and contractors regarding schedule performance tracking and reporting.Coordinate various sources of schedule inputs into a master schedule platform and deliver project/program status reports as needed.Prepare and update progress reports for clients, including integrated planning/scheduling contributions to monthly project reports and specific presentations.Generate high-level and detailed 1, 3, and 6-month look-ahead reports from Primavera P6.Conduct probabilistic analyses on integrated contractor schedules.Continuously monitor and report potential project issues that may affect the schedule.Perform comprehensive project schedule analyses, including critical path and schedule risk assessments.Analyze deviations from the baseline in the project master schedule, identifying bottlenecks or delays, proposing corrective actions, and assessing the overall schedule impact of any variances or change orders.

Join Turner Townsend as a Project Planner specializing in Energy & Natural Resources. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing effective project plans that drive our strategic objectives forward. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are achieved on time and within budget.

Turner Townsend is seeking a highly skilled Senior Planner to join our dynamic team in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for creating and managing project schedules, ensuring that all project milestones are met on time and within budget.The successful candidate will have a proven track record in planning and executing large-scale projects, with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. You will collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to develop realistic project timelines and monitor progress throughout the project lifecycle.

AECOM is seeking a Senior or Principal Transport Planner based in Manchester. This role centers on guiding transport planning projects that serve both clients and local communities. Key responsibilities Lead transport planning projects from initial concept through to completion Create practical solutions that address specific requirements of clients and communities Maintain compliance with current regulations and uphold industry standards in all deliverables Role focus This position offers the chance to influence how transport projects are designed and delivered in the region. Collaboration with a variety of stakeholders is central to the work, ensuring outcomes that reflect both technical quality and real-world needs.

Join our dynamic team at dev2 as a Resource Planner in Customer Service! In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for optimizing resource allocation, enhancing service delivery, and ensuring customer satisfaction. If you have a passion for problem-solving and a knack for analytical thinking, we want to hear from you!

Join AECOM as a Principal Town Planner and play a pivotal role in shaping urban environments. In this leadership position, you will oversee planning projects that contribute to sustainable community development. Your expertise will guide a team while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure that local regulations and community needs are met.

itg seeks a Social Media Planner to join the team in Manchester. This position centers on shaping and carrying out social media strategies that build brand presence and foster audience engagement. Success in this role relies on close collaboration with colleagues across the organization to produce content that speaks to the intended audience and advances marketing objectives. Main responsibilities Create and deliver social media plans that support the brand’s goals Partner with teams from various departments to develop engaging content Monitor and guide social media activity to ensure it matches both marketing strategies and audience interests Collaboration and strategy Working with different teams is a key part of this role. The Social Media Planner ensures that all content fits the target demographic and supports broader marketing efforts.

Join our dynamic team at AECOM as a Senior Highways Planner, where you will play a critical role in shaping infrastructure projects that enhance connectivity and promote sustainable development. You will be responsible for leading planning initiatives, conducting thorough analyses, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions.

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Planner specializing in Natural Resources and New Energies. In this pivotal role, you will lead planning initiatives that drive sustainable energy practices and innovative resource management. Your expertise will be crucial in developing strategies that align with environmental goals while supporting business objectives.

Role Overview WPP Media is looking for a Senior Manager Planner/Buyer to drive Out of Home (OOH) advertising campaigns from our Manchester office. This position leads the planning and buying process for OOH media, focusing on strategy, execution, and measurable results. What You Will Do Lead the strategic planning and buying of OOH advertising campaigns. Apply data insights to improve campaign performance and achieve client goals. Coordinate with teams across disciplines to ensure campaigns align with broader marketing strategies. Oversee campaign execution and monitor progress to deliver strong outcomes for clients. Location This role is based in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Join AECOM as a Project Director specializing in Project Controls, where your leadership will drive project success and ensure the effective management of project budgets, schedules, and resources. You will be responsible for overseeing the project controls team, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices. Your strategic vision will help in delivering high-quality results while managing stakeholder relationships.

Join the expanding team at gbvltd in Manchester as a Project Coordinator. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Project Manager to ensure successful project delivery.

Join our dynamic team as a Cost Engineer specializing in Project Controls for energy projects. In this role, you will oversee the cost management processes, ensuring projects remain within budget and meet financial goals. You will work closely with project managers and stakeholders to provide critical insights and guidance on cost forecasting, budget control, and financial reporting.

Start Here, Grow HereAECOM Advisory is on the lookout for innovative professionals to join our strategic procurement service and further our growth trajectory. By providing high-value insights and leadership throughout the procurement lifecycle, we empower our clients to effectively execute their capital investment programs, transformation initiatives, and asset enhancement projects. Our aim is to assemble a diverse team comprising the industry's finest talent, trusted by both public and private sector clients to tackle their most intricate challenges.Leveraging AECOM’s extensive expertise in infrastructure design and execution, our advisory services are recognized as a trusted resource by senior-level clients and executive teams addressing their most critical enterprise and strategic needs. Our current focus spans the infrastructure sector, particularly in aviation, defense, energy, and water.We represent an innovative category of consulting firm that combines genuine operational and technical expertise from our broader platform to deliver industry depth and capability-driven insights to our clients.As a leader within our dynamic and supportive team of diverse consulting professionals, you will benefit from a robust culture of mentorship and collaborative problem-solving. Our mission revolves around resolving our clients’ most complex and impactful challenges while fostering pathways for professional development and personal growth.Your Responsibilities:Project Leadership: Act as the strategic procurement lead for major infrastructure projects, providing strategic guidance on delivery models, contract strategies, and commercial frameworks tailored to client objectives.Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, serving as a primary advisor for procurement strategy and execution, ensuring alignment with market dynamics and client goals.Procurement Oversight: Manage the complete procurement lifecycle, including supplier engagement, tender development, evaluation, and negotiation, to deliver high-value, multidisciplinary solutions.Business Development: Play a pivotal role in the growth and advancement of AECOM Advisory by identifying expansion opportunities and spearheading work-winning initiatives, including proposal development.Quality and Innovation Advocacy: Guarantee quality assurance and continuous improvement in project outcomes, representing AECOM as a leader in strategic procurement through participation in industry forums and thought leadership initiatives.

Begin Your Journey. Cultivate Your Future.  Are you an experienced Project Management professional specializing in Infrastructure, eager to engage in transformative projects that enhance our communities? We invite you to join our dynamic team at AECOM, where we are mobilizing for significant opportunities across a diverse portfolio, servicing clients in Energy, Water, Rail, Aviation, and Highways.As our Manchester division continues to grow, we seek a driven Office Lead to spearhead our local team and contribute to the next stage of regional expansion.This role extends beyond mere team management; it offers a platform to develop, shape, and lead a thriving Project Management capability within one of AECOM’s most commercially successful regions. You'll be collaborating with major clients, including the Environment Agency, while advancing our growth objectives for FY26.Your Responsibilities:In this role, you will serve as the central figure for our Infrastructure Project Management capabilities in Manchester, ensuring team engagement, development, and commercial effectiveness. Primary responsibilities will encompass:Overseeing local office operations and maintaining a visible leadership presence for the Manchester PM teamDriving strategic recruitment to align with regional growth plansManaging team structure, line management dynamics, and fostering regular communication with all team membersEstablishing meaningful personal and business objectives that align with regional performance metricsSupporting career development and progression pathways for team membersMonitoring and optimizing utilization to ensure robust commercial performanceKeeping team CVs and capability profiles current, engaging, and ready for clientsCultivating a positive team culture through regular engagement and local initiativesWhy This Role Matters:Stepping into this leadership position means joining a region that consistently exceeds national utilization benchmarks while playing a crucial role in executing multi-million-pound projects. With a solid pipeline across infrastructure markets, you will have the autonomy to grow your team, influence performance, and secure the future of major frameworks.If you are passionate about team building, professional development, and delivering meaningful outcomes for clients and communities, we want to hear from you. Join us to work on a variety of stimulating and challenging projects both locally and nationally. You will be part of a growing team of innovators committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions.As an Associate Project Manager, you will also oversee Client Project Delivery.Your Impact:Lead the successful execution of multi-disciplinary complex projects within collaborative delivery teams.Provide effective project management across various sectors.

Begin your journey with us and advance your career.In the role of Project Manager, specializing in both Public and Private sectors—including Healthcare, Education, Renewables, Commercial, and Justice—you will be an integral part of a team dedicated to the successful execution of capital investment projects. Your responsibilities will encompass providing comprehensive client-side project management support throughout the project delivery lifecycle, from initial option studies and development through design, procurement, and construction, including the administration of construction contracts.Your responsibilities will include:Creating and delivering robust business cases.Client-side project management, focusing on stakeholder engagement, scheduling, and contract oversight.Taking ownership of projects to ensure successful outcomes.Developing and maintaining detailed project programs, considering dependencies and resources.Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities.Implementing quality management processes for project activities and deliverables.Effectively managing stakeholder relationships, accounting for their influence and interests.Establishing and overseeing project governance reviews.Building and leading project teams.Managing supplier relationships.Ensuring that commissions are executed to the highest quality standards and completed on schedule.Fostering strong relationships with clients and cross-functional team members.Identifying and pursuing business development opportunities with both existing and new clients.Providing leadership within the project management business and mentoring team members.Coordinating and approving all management reports produced.If you're driven by innovation and eager to turn ambitious ideas into reality, AECOM is the place for you. Join our team, where we don't just build infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives.Stay connected with our impactful projects by following our AECOM Buildings + Places page on LinkedIn.Enjoy Competitive Benefits.At AECOM, we offer a variety of core and personalized benefits tailored to support your future and well-being, ensuring they align with your lifestyle. Access career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model for optimal work-life balance, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and dedicated volunteering days.

As a Project Controls Manager at Turner Townsend, you will play a crucial role in the successful delivery of our clients' projects. You will be responsible for developing and implementing effective project control strategies, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. Your expertise will guide project teams in risk management, scheduling, and cost control, driving performance and efficiency across all phases of the project lifecycle.

Role overview Turner Townsend seeks a Senior Construction Project Manager based in Manchester. This position leads major construction projects from initial planning through to completion, with a focus on meeting high standards for quality and efficiency. Key responsibilities Direct the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale construction projects Coordinate closely with clients, contractors, and consultants to maintain project progress Oversee budgets, schedules, and identify or manage project risks Maintain Turner Townsend's standards for project management and client satisfaction About Turner Townsend Turner Townsend provides project management services for the construction sector, emphasizing quality, reliability, and strong client outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our dynamic team at Turnertownsend. In this pivotal role, you will manage and oversee various infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. You will coordinate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients to drive project success and maintain high standards of quality.Your leadership and strategic planning skills will be essential in navigating complex challenges and delivering outstanding results. If you are passionate about project management and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!