About us

With UK roots going back over 100 years, Lendlease’s Construction business brings deep knowledge and capability to all that we do. We are a trusted construction partner to many of the most respected private and public sector organisations in the UK.

Whether a new build, a repurposed or reconstructed property, a heritage restoration or a multi-phased development, our clients trust us to drive delivery, deal with complexity, and provide strategic and long-term economic and social value with innovative and sustainable solutions.

What will you do?

As a Lendlease Senior Planning Manager you will lead and manage the planning and monitoring of large/complex projects to which you are assigned throughout all project stages. You will work with our Project \ Operations Team to develop the most efficient project methodology and execute the timely delivery of a bids and project, drawing on your experiences. Provide input into the further enhancement of our systems and process and support \ oversee junior planning staff.

Lead and develop in conjunction with the Project Team the project planning, programme and delivery strategy for both bids and projects.in conjunction with the Project Team lead and develop the preconstruction and construction methodology to enable the most efficient and effective delivery of the projectLead and develop the project plan, programme and Planning Report for large/complex projects in accordance with our Procedures.Provide experienced based solutions for delivering the project and consideration by the Project TeamReport project progress at regular intervals against the contract and delivery programmes, or other nominated programmesPrepare reports and documents supporting the role of ‘the project conscience’ to inform the Project Senior Leadership Team and the Business Unit on matters related to programme.  Use experience, lessons learned and data analysis to pre-empt potential delays and suggest innovative methods of mitigating delays incurred and advise team accordingly.Support the project team in the creation and statusing of medium and short-range programmes.Project Controls - Produce data to support regular status updates and the weekly project dashboard providing updates on progress and key issues.Chair the weekly planning meeting to coordinate project programmes, progress update, delay records and key forthcoming milestonesReview change proposals and advise on time impact.Assess and record time impacts of delays – Event AnalysisRecord as built production rates and delays to provide benchmarking for future projects.Support and input into initiatives to further enhance our Planning Procedures and ProcessesIn conjunction with the BIM Coordinator, coordinate the 4D BIM model.Facilitate project team understanding and ownership of the plan and programme.Support/oversee junior planning staff to execute the above accountabilities when assigned.Skill development of junior planning staffSupport the development of Project Team Members in the use of Planning technique and tools.

You will bring

Expert \ comprehensive understanding of construction methodology, building technology, pre-construction processes and procurement methodsStrong understanding of the primary forms of construction contracts and the key commercial termsExcellent communication skills and the ability to adapt approach dependent on the situation and audience.Produce reports and diagrams to a high standard to convey proposed sequences and methodologies.Working knowledge of P6Strong knowledge of CPA planning techniques and project controlsStrong use of Excel (use of formulae, pivot tables etc)Previous experience in delivering projects

What we provide

Car allowance Flexible and hybrid work optionsIndustry leading pension schemePrivate medical health benefit and dental plan optionsEnhanced parental leaveLife assurance25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional daysWellbeing leaveHealth and wellbeing support and initiatives24/7 confidential Employee assistance programmeDiscounted gym membership to over 2,500 gym’s nation wide

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Belong at Lendlease

We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm.  

We are a disability inclusive employer. Click here to see our standard recruitment process. If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, email us to let us know if you have a preferred communication method. 

We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here. 

Lendlease is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.