Senior Planning Manager

Mace Group

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our .Within our Consult and Construct businesses we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.The project:The project is a high value data centre for a blue-chip client. It started in 2023, and will run until mid-2026. We are looking for a MEP/Commissioning planner who can add significant value supporting the project team as it transitions from construction to fit-out, MEP installation, commissioning and handover.If you are searching for an opportunity to work on a fast moving, high value technology driven project as part of a dynamic and collaborative team, please register your interest.Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:Safety first - Going home safe and well:You will be an advocate of Mace's value of Safety First, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.You will possess expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. * You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.Client focus – Deliver on our promise:You will manage the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.You will support the long-term success of Planning performance for specified engines/sectors/hubs, and the overall contribution to the broader company goals.You will support the Planning function in ensuring projects and tenders are effectively planned, scheduled, and monitored.Review schematics and gain understanding of the MEP installation and commissioning strategy.Understand the major project milestones and agree with the lead project planner.Schedule all off-site testing to be undertaken.Schedule all activities involving subcontractors and equipment suppliers who have installation, commissioning roles and responsibilities.Draft a high-level drawing programme for each key area working backwards from the manufacturing programme.Draw up a high-level technical submittal programme with the items that are on the manufacturing programme and working back from the drawing programme.Develop the MEP installation and commissioning programme with assistance from the Mace MEP/Commissioning team, subcontractors, and equipment suppliers to identify the responsible parties and respective activities.Review the above programmes end to end to ensure the overall duration is within the required delivery programme periods and revise to suit where necessary.Integrate the MEP/commissioning programme with the Mace delivery programme.Issue the programme to the Client, Client’s Commissioning Agent (CxA) and Engineers of Record for input and approval.Once agreement has been reached, issue the signed off plan to all relevant parties.Track and update progress of the MEP/Commissioning programme weekly, or otherwise as agreed with the project team; provide project controls reports to assist the project team with informed decision making, including current status and forecasting trends.Update project reports weekly and monthly with MEP/Commissioning progress and forecasts.Integrity – Always do the right thing: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), creating a sustainable business future. * You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.Create opportunity for our people to excel:You will support your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre and Knowledge Hub. * You will develop and maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with the Client and other project stakeholders, both internal and external.You’ll need to:Be an advanced user of P6, and have a working knowledge of other planning software such as Asta or MS project.Have experience of projects with heavy MEP and commissioning elements, such as those in the technology or manufacturing sectorsPossess detailed knowledge of:mechanical, electrical and commissioning, including installation techniques, best practice and single system commissioning requirementsconstruction build elements, including sequencing and dependenciesdesign processes and design programmesBe able to assist in value engineering and C2P project strategy and demonstrating programme benefits.You’ll also have:Membership of APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE, AACE, IRM, IEMA or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.Extensive experience in the successful planning of projects and programmes in the technology or manufacturing sector.Commercial and financial acumen.Leadership and management experience of diverse teams.Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working onMace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.#LI-OnsiteQualifications.

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