Reading, UK (with travel to project locations)
Full-time senior leadership role
At MiCiM, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional project and construction management services across diverse sectors. Our mission and values guide everything we do—from how we support our clients to how we empower our teams.
We are now looking for an experienced Planning Lead to shape & strengthen our planning & project controls function and be a key part of our continued growth.
As our Planning Lead, you will take ownership of planning and project controls across the entire business, from early bid development through to delivery, reporting and close‑out of live projects. This is a role for someone who enjoys both leading others and rolling up their sleeves.
You will work closely with senior management, mentor planning staff, drive governance and quality, support innovation, and ensure our programmes and controls are robust, consistent and industry‑leading.
What you’ll be doing:
Lead, develop and mentor the planning and project controls team.
Identify resource needs and support recruitment, training, and onboarding.
Motivate and guide junior and mid‑level planners, supporting long‑term development.
Oversee preparation and governance of planning and controls outputs.
Provide assurance, reviews and audits across programmes, dashboards and reports.
Maintain governance, traceability, and quality across all programme‑related processes.
Innovate and implement improvements in planning methodology and tools.
Provide oversight of project progress measurement systems, KPIs, milestones and trend analysis.
Manage supply chain programme submissions and acceptance processes.
Ensure integration of design, procurement, construction and commissioning elements.
Lead change management assessments and advise on EOT matters where required.
Develop tender programmes and method statements at bid stage.
Provide planning intelligence for prequalification and strategic decisions.
Analyse time‑related preliminaries and support commercial teams.
What you bring:
Strong expertise in Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6, MS Project and project controls systems.
Ability to analyse programme logic, delay and progress trends.
A natural leader, communicator and coach with the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Robust knowledge across construction sectors, contracts, risk management and performance measurement techniques.
A proactive, professional and diligent approach—balancing detail with big‑picture thinking.
Why join MiCiM?
Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
Enhanced Paid Time Off (PTO): 24 days annual leave + Christmas shutdown.
Career Growth: MiCiM offers robust career development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and progression within the company.
Knowledge Sharing and Engagement: Share your expertise and engage with educational institutions and further education bodies to inspire the next generation.
Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge projects with a company that values creativity and innovation.
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: Our clients are industry leaders which means the projects we work on are often at the forefront of engineering excellence with respect to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability.
Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, family-focused culture that includes enhanced benefits for mental health, neurodiversity, maternity, paternity, and menopause.
Women in Construction: MiCiM is a proud co-founding member of FWD -Forum for Women in Data Centres, as well as provide enhanced pregnancy, maternity, return to work and menopause benefits for our employees.
Enhanced Family Leave Policies: We offer enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave, providing you with the support you need during important life events.
Volunteering Leave: We encourage giving back to the community with 2 paid days of leave per year for volunteering activities of your choice.
Comprehensive Training Programmes: Support your career progression with structured training programmes, including opportunities for chartership and professional memberships.
Multiple Network and Committee opportunities with MiCiM to get involved with should you wish.
Regular Leadership Engagement: Participate in regular communication opportunities with company leaders to stay informed and involved.
Apply today by submitting a CV via the form below.
MiCiM recognise the lack of representation of minority groups in construction and the need for change to create equal opportunity for all individuals. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves regardless of age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective. We know that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds strengthen our team, enabling us to deliver better results. We make our employment decisions based on, skills, competencies and experiences in relation to each role.
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