Planning Manager

PT Engineering & Manufacturing  Watford, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Are you a Planning Manager looking for an exciting new opportunity that will offer the chance to step out of a single-sector focus and into a career-defining role shaping tender programmes for some of the UK’s most exciting civil engineering projects?

This is more than just a technical planning role, it’s a career-defining opportunity for someone with a solid civil engineering background (across sectors such as highways, earthworks, water, or rail) to step into a highly visible position that offers clear progression towards senior leadership.

Working closely with the Head of Planning, the Planning Manager will take ownership of tender planning, developing robust programmes, identifying risks, and communicating methods and sequences to both internal teams and external stakeholders.

You’ll play a key role in shaping winning bids and influencing how complex projects are delivered.

What makes this role stand out?

• Exposure to a diverse range of civil engineering projects, not just rail.
• The chance to bring forward innovation — from BIM integration to emerging technologies such as AI.
• A collaborative environment where ideas are encouraged, and progression is supported.
• A clear pathway to Senior Planning Manager and beyond, with the support and mentoring of an experienced Head of Planning.

What’s needed?

• Civil engineering project experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to analyse complex information and turn it into clear, deliverable programmes.
• An innovative mindset, eager to adopt digital tools and smarter ways of working.

If you’re a Planning Manager who wants to broaden your experience, step out of a single-sector focus, and accelerate your career, this role offers the perfect platform SO hit apply now.