Planning Manager One Alliance

Mott Mac Donald Bentley are recruiting for a Planning Manager to join the Anglian Water @One Alliance.

As part of Anglian Water’s @one Alliance, we are on a mission to create a sustainable and resilient future for water. With an ambitious £2.3 billion capital investment in AMP8, we are revolutionising infrastructure, sustainability, and digital transformation to protect the environment and support growing communities.

• Lead & Influence – Play a key role in the Senior Leadership Team, working closely with Delivery Directors and Programme Managers.
• Shape the Future – Own the planning strategy, ensuring successful project execution and continuous improvement.
• Develop & Inspire – Mentor and lead a team of planners, driving collaboration and best practices.
• Drive Efficiency – Identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and ensure on‑time project delivery.
• Embrace Innovation – Leverage cutting‑edge planning techniques like 4D and Time Chainage.
• Make an Impact – Support major infrastructure projects that benefit communities and the environment.

• Develop and maintain robust project plans aligned with @one Alliance and Anglian Water standards.
• Provide strategic insights, ensuring resource alignment and risk mitigation.
• Communicate key project milestones and progress to stakeholders.
• Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Champion health, safety, and wellbeing across all planning activities.

• Proven experience in planning major projects, ideally within the water or civil engineering sector.
• Strong expertise in Primavera P6 and collaborative planning processes. Leadership experience in managing and developing planning teams.
• Excellent communication skills to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Passion for innovation, problem‑solving, and strategic decision‑making.

At @one Alliance, you’ll be part of a dynamic, forward‑thinking team that is shaping the future of the UK’s water infrastructure. We offer a collaborative and innovative working environment, where your expertise will be valued and your ideas will drive meaningful change.

JN Bentley benefits can be found in the booklet attached.