Associate Director - Planning
Salary up to £75k!
London
Infrastructure
Are you an Associate Director with Planning experience looking to lead planning governance and drive the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects? If so, apply now!
An exciting opportunity awaits a talented Associate Director in Planning to join a dynamic and forward-thinking construction consultancy in London. You will have the opportunity to work on major projects within the infrastructure sector. Perfect for someone who is looking to work on complex, fast paced projects.
Key Responsibilities of the Associate Director:
- Establishing contractor schedule requirements through early supply chain engagement to meet programme time, cost, and quality targets.
- Collaborating with senior leadership to enhance governance processes and mitigate risks effectively.
- Providing expert guidance and technical support to resolve delays and challenges during project execution.
- Leading the periodic correlation of schedules to ensure expedient project delivery and alignment with executive reporting cycles.
- Taking ownership of business reporting quality and delivering robust progress updates to senior stakeholders.
- Managing and mentoring a team to ensure high performance and alignment with project goals.
- Supporting strategic planning activities and sharing best practices within the planning community.
Requirements of the Associate Director:
- Proven experience in a Planning or Project Controls role within large, complex infrastructure or construction projects.
- Formal professional Project Management qualifications (preferred).
- Expertise in NEC Forms of Contract and familiarity with the public sector's policies and procedures.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to operate effectively in a matrix environment.
- Demonstrated experience leading and motivating teams in a large-scale project setting.
- Meticulous attention to detail, problem-solving acumen, and risk mitigation capabilities.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the political and strategic contexts of infrastructure projects.
Benefits include:
- Exposure to high-profile projects with global and local significance.
- Opportunities for career growth within a collaborative, innovative team.
- A supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion, and professional development.
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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