492 - Planner
Infrastructure Consultancy

This global infrastructure consultancy & operation partner design, deliver, protect and maintain critical infrastructure assets across the UK and beyond.

They’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Planner to join their dynamic Severn Bridges Inspection and Maintenance (SBIM) team at Severn Bridge Maintenance Unit (BS354BD).

This role offers the chance to work on some of the UK’s most iconic infrastructure, contributing to the safety, longevity, and efficiency of the Severn Bridges, Avonmouth bridge & Prince of Wales bridge. You will be joining a highly skilled and supportive team dedicated to maintaining high standards and delivering excellence across all aspects of bridge inspection and maintenance.

What You’ll Do:

• Arrange and chair meetings with this organisation, the Client, and contractors to optimise Road Space sharing, coordinate maintenance and scheme works, and support integration with the Programme Manager.

• Prepare and submit monthly financial and progress reports to the Client; monitor financial performance, explain variations, and ensure prompt invoicing for WIP conversion.

• Oversee Maintenance Contractors to ensure competence, adequate resourcing, and adherence to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Assurance regulations, including compliance with CDM Regulations and necessary documentation.

• Monitor maintenance works progress, develop action plans for delays, and conduct weekly reviews with project teams and Activity Managers.

• Promote innovation, support the coordination of Specialist Contractors through regular construction phase meetings, and liaise with the Operations Manager to align on quality, safety, programme, and financial objectives.

• Manage, update, and record service records; ensure staff have the necessary qualifications, experience, and training, and identify training needs.

• Support Programme Managers in collecting Key Performance Indicator data, preparing Measurement Reports, and keeping Programmes up to date.

• Fulfil line management duties, including managing, developing, coaching, and motivating project team members; approve expenditures within authority limits; and ensure contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders are in place before work commences.

• Maintain and develop key client contacts, support new business development, and ensure team adherence to the organisations principles and processes.