V7 are working with a close client who due to exponential growth are now looking for a Planning Manager to join the team.

The business are a utilities consultancy who are on an extremely exciting trajectory, making it an excellent time to join.

On offer is a salary of up to £65,000 plus benefits.

Key duties:

* Lead, coach, and support a team of planners to deliver high-quality, coordinated work programmes.

* Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus.

* Plan and schedule Developer Services activities, including new connections, diversions, and main-laying schemes.

* Ensure compliance with permitting and regulatory requirements (e.g. NRSWA, D-MeX).

* Manage resource forecasting and operational risk to balance workload and maintain service levels.

* Monitor performance, resolve planning issues, and uphold planning standards through audits and reviews.

* Act as a key liaison with developers, local authorities, and internal teams to coordinate delivery and manage risks.

Candidate experience:

* Proven experience in operational planning, scheduling, or resource management in utilities, construction, highways, or infrastructure sectors.

* Experience leading planning teams in time-critical, service-driven environments.

* Strong working knowledge of street works regulations, NRSWA, permitting, and traffic management planning.

To apply for this role please submit a copy of your CV.

V7 Recruitment are an equal opportunities employer and are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy