Regional Planning Manager

Regional Planning Manager – Thames Region

Location: Hampton

Contract Type: Permanent salary

Salary: Competitive, with car allowance and excellent benefits package

The Opportunity

As part of an exciting period of growth, MWH Treatment is looking to strengthen our Programme Team with the appointment of a Regional Planning Manager for our Thames region.

This role is a key leadership position responsible for guiding, mentoring, and inspiring our Planning Team to deliver exceptional programme management standards. You will act as the technical expert for project planning, ensuring the creation of robust, high-quality programmes that enable efficient and predictable project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the regional Planning Team, driving professional development, technical excellence, and performance.
• Support Project Managers and project delivery teams to develop detailed, accurate programmes that align with business and client expectations.
• Create, manage, and maintain Primavera P6 programmes and develop consistent, high-quality P6 templates for use across projects.
• Apply reliable project management methodologies to assure baseline scheduling and effective project control.
• Oversee workload distribution, performance management, and team development across the Planning function.
• Provide expert technical guidance in Primavera P6, MS Project, and related planning tools.
• Develop and enhance project, programme, and framework-level reporting using Power BI and other business intelligence tools.
• Act as the key link between the regional planning function and the Head of Planning, ensuring alignment with company-wide standards and strategy.

About You – The Ideal Candidate

Essential Experience

• Proven experience in Project Planning within large, complex, or infrastructure environments.
• Advanced technical proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to monitor, analyse, and manage project deviations effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Relevant professional qualifications or certifications in project planning or project management.
• Experience with Power BI or similar project reporting and data visualisation tools.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction, Engineering, or Infrastructure-related discipline.
• Previous experience in the infrastructure and/or water industry.
• Demonstrable line management or team leadership experience.
• Experience in project management and delivery roles.
• Experience working within consultancy or client-facing environments.