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To ensure the planning team effectively schedules workload to maximise the productivity and commercial contributions of a blend of directly employed and subcontract operational teams.
Job Responsibility:
Ensure the planning team effectively schedules workload to maximise the productivity and commercial contributions of a blend of directly employed and subcontract operational teams
Manage KPIs
Achieve maximum invoicing / sales output come month end
Manage a team of up to 10 planners / coordinators and post-delivery administrators
Manage the relationship with client operational representatives to ensure that Ipsum’s contractual obligations, KPIs and commercial targets are met
Develop and maintain effective relationships with Operational Managers and liaise with Clients with regards to programme progress
Develop and maintain effective relationships with Local Highway Authorities with regards to the planning and completion of work
Liaise with the supply chain in relation to the planning and completion of work
Understand and use commercial contract terms to achieve an effective balance between customer services and delivery of Ipsum commercial objectives and KPIs
Ensure resources are adequate for the workload and that projects are delivered in an economic and timely manner
Ensure compliance with agreed Scheduling processes and company KPI’s impacted by Scheduling outputs, and ensure that the daily targets are achievable and delivered
Operate in line with Company policies and strategies and be proactive in promoting improvement locally
Maintain own levels of skill and knowledge to do the job effectively and achieve personal targets
Comply with the relevant Company Health and Safety Policy provisions
Identify and react swiftly to resolve problems before they escalate with the client
Share best practice with and offer support to other Ipsum Planning teams across the UK
Provide effective supervisory management of the planning and scheduling team and promote their personal / professional development
Requirements:
Experience in planning / scheduling role
IT literate and proficient in Microsoft Office package
Experience of using and reporting from planning and scheduling software
Driving Licence
What we offer:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
Group Personal Pension Plan
Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
Cycle to Work scheme
Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more