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Planning Manager Ipswich Salary: £85,000 + car allowance A Planning Manager is required to lead the development, coordination, and oversight of project schedules for a major infrastructure environment. This role centres on creating reliable tender and delivery programmes, ensuring they follow contractual requirements and reflect the most efficient and buildable sequence of work. The Planning Manager will also be responsible for establishing programme controls, monitoring progress, and supporting commercial and project teams with accurate performance data. Key Responsibilities Oversee a team of planners to produce compliant project schedules, updates, and associated reporting. Ensure all programmes incorporate safe working practices, realistic construction durations, and the necessary safety documentation. Identify programme risks, apply appropriate time-risk allowances, and contribute to the wider risk and opportunity register. Present sequencing and methodology to the delivery team using visual tools such as phasing diagrams and staged construction layouts. Support the assessment of temporary works options from a planning and sequencing perspective. Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to validate proposed methods and ensure alignment with programme requirements. Assist commercial colleagues by reviewing supply chain proposals that influence programme logic or durations. Define key resource requirements and ensure resource levels are reflected accurately within the schedule. Investigate planning challenges and propose alternative approaches to maintain programme integrity. Produce clear programme narratives to accompany formal submissions. Set up and manage programme monitoring systems, including Earned Value Analysis, to meet client and internal reporting needs. Contribute to organisational sustainability goals by embedding carbon-aware planning practices into day-to-day activities. Person Requirements Ability to mentor and support junior and graduate planners in software use, planning techniques, and sequencing logic. Strong understanding of construction planning methodologies and visual communication of programme information. Working knowledge of BIM and its value within programme development. Proactive problem-solver with the ability to research issues and propose alternative solutions. Commitment to continuous improvement and participation in knowledge-sharing activities. Awareness of sustainability and carbon-reduction principles within planning and delivery. Technical Skills & Experience Proficient user of Oracle Primavera P6 (essential). Experience running Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA). Skilled in programme integrity checking and validation. Proven track record of developing and monitoring complex schedules on multi-disciplinary projects. Understanding of M&E sequencing is beneficial. Ability to establish systems for short-term planning and look-ahead schedules. Capable of producing clear presentations and narratives to explain programme logic. This opportunity is ideal for a Planning Manager who enjoys leading teams, shaping delivery strategy, and driving programme certainty on complex infrastructure schemes. If you are an experienced Planning Manager seeking a long-term role with significant influence over project outcomes, this position offers a strong platform for progression. If you are interested in this role, have any quesitons or wish to apply, then please send us a copy of your CV. Rob Utilise Recruitment JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior HGV Technician Salary: £45,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Location: Somerset A large operational service provider in Somerset is seeking an experienced Senior HGV Technician to take a leading role within a busy commercial workshop. This position is ideal for a skilled professional ready to step into a senior post and support the smooth running of a diverse fleet click apply for full job details

Quantity Surveyor Gloucestershire Package: £42,500 + car / car allowance Role Summary This position is well suited to someone progressing from an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role or a commercial professional looking to broaden their responsibilities. Youll operate within a compact commercial team, providing day-to-day commercial support across a portfolio contracts. The role involves close collaborati

Arborists Barnsley Permanent £35,000 per year - 40 hours per week (MonFri) Role Summary - Arborists A new arboricultural team is being established in the Barnsley area, and were looking for skilled Arborist Climbers to help shape and deliver a high-quality tree-care service. The work will cover a broad mix of operations, including tree removals, crown management, deadwood removal, planting and gener click apply for full job details

Power Supervisor HV Projects (Up to 132kV) East Anglia (open to candidates willing to work/stay away) Salary: £60,000 + Car / Car Allowance + Allowances Are you an experienced Power Supervisor looking to step into a role with real responsibility across major HV distribution projects? This is an opportunity to join a leading contractor delivering new-build and refurbishment works across DNO/IDNO framew click apply for full job details

Site Agent Highways & Infrastructure Projects Location: Milton Keynes area Salary: £45,000 + Vehicle Overview A highways and infrastructure provider is seeking a Site Agent to oversee day-to-day operational delivery across a busy regional patch click apply for full job details

Planning Manager Ipswich Salary: £85,000 + car allowance A Planning Manager is required to lead the development, coordination, and oversight of project schedules for a major infrastructure environment. This role centres on creating reliable tender and delivery programmes, ensuring they follow contractual requirements and reflect the most efficient and buildable sequence of work click apply for full job details

Soft & Hard Landscaping Team Leaders Northamptonshire £35,000 (based on experience and qualifications) Permanent Monday to Friday, 06:3016:30 About the Role Were seeking experienced and motivated Team Leaders to join our landscaping construction clients click apply for full job details