Company: Fawkes & Reece
Location: Peterborough
Posted: May 2nd, 2026
Planning Manager – Major Healthcare Infrastructure Programme
Peterborough / Hybrid
£115k + package + bonus
We’re supporting a leading Tier 1 contractor in the search for an experienced Planning Manager to join a major healthcare infrastructure programme in the East of England.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a large-scale capital works framework focused on the development and modernisation of hospital and healthcare facilities under a long-term national programme.
The Role
As Planning Manager, you’ll lead project planning and controls activities across complex construction schemes, ensuring robust programme management from pre-construction through delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing project/programme planning strategy across multiple healthcare projects
- Developing, maintaining and challenging integrated master programmes
- Supporting bid, pre-construction and live delivery teams with planning expertise
- Driving programme assurance, progress reporting and risk analysis
- Working closely with operational, commercial and client stakeholders to ensure delivery milestones are achieved
- Mentoring and developing planners within the wider project team
About You
We’re looking for candidates with:
- Proven experience in a senior planning role within major construction or infrastructure projects
- Strong background working for a main contractor or large infrastructure organisation
- Experience on healthcare, public sector, or highly regulated environments preferred
- Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 and programme controls best practice
- Strong stakeholder management and leadership capability
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to join a nationally significant infrastructure programme with long-term pipeline visibility
- Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package
- Hybrid working and career progression opportunities
Interested in hearing more? Please message Francesca Cainelli via Linkedin or email fcainelli@frlondon.co.uk