Planning and Implementation Manager

Planning and Implementation Manager

Mansfield / Hybrid

c 37,372- 41,525

Are you a skilled planning and scheduling professional with a passion for driving successful project delivery? We are looking for a Planning and Implementation Manager to join our client and play a critical role in shaping how they plan, manage, and deliver complex programmes and projects.

The role of Planning and Implementation Manager

• Develop and maintain integrated programme and project schedules across the EPDO portfolio.
• Collaborate with business planning teams and stakeholders to align planning with strategic priorities.
• Monitor progress and conduct impact analysis to support timely, informed decision-making.
• Lead planning input into governance processes, including pre-Gate Review readiness checks.
• Drive continuous improvement in scheduling, reporting, and planning assurance.
• Deliver training and guidance to project teams on planning tools and methodologies.
• Support integrated resource planning and ensure effective workforce allocation.
• Enhance project visibility through Power BI reporting and planning tools.
• Support business case development and contribute to board-level submissions.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in project or programme planning and scheduling, ideally within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Strong working knowledge of planning software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Power BI).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience leading planning assurance, governance, and integrated resource management.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and drive best practice across project teams.
• Understanding of public sector or government project delivery (desirable).

Interested? Please send your CV to TurnerFox Recruitment or call us on (phone number removed) for more information.

Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications received we are unable to respond with feedback to all applicants. If you have not heard from us via telephone or email within 3 days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Thank you for applying with us. TurnerFox Recruitment Team