Planning Manager - 4D
Job Introduction
We are seeking an ambitious, technically driven with a creative mindset 4D Planning manager to serve as our 4D Technical Lead.
This is a high-impact role with a project-wide scope, overseeing the 4D integration across the entire 26km length of our High Speed 2 (HS2) main works contract. You will have a clear career pathway toward becoming a recognised technical authority within the organization.
As a 4D Planning manager , you will act as the primary technical specialist in 4D Planning and digital construction. This position is designed for a technical expert who wishes to shape the evolution of digital delivery practices while remaining hands-on with live project execution. By leveraging your expertise in 4D planning and digital rehearsal facilitation, you will act as a vital bridge between engineering and delivery functions. Using a collaborative approach and strong interpersonal skills, you will ensure that digital innovation translates into practical, high-value solutions for one of the UK’s most complex infrastructure stretches.
Role Responsibility
- Collaborate with the team to document the already established 4D processes, protocols, and standards.
- Establish and refine 4D standards, workflows, and best practices aligned to project needs.
- Creation of logistics, land use and temporary works 3D models.
- Develop 4D models utilising Synchro for Digital Rehearsals, linking the model and programme, to provide visualisations.
- Partner with Planning, BIM, design, and construction teams to embed 4D methodologies into everyday project delivery.
- Conduct ‘what if’ scenario analyses within 4D to identify and mitigate schedule risks.
- Undertake full responsibilities for Digital Rehearsals, prioritizing programme protection and optimization.
- Lead collaborative 4D workshops and generate relevant reports to provide stakeholders with information to enhance project efficiency.
- Create animations/simulations at defined stages for communicating the overall job sequence.
- Act as the technical lead for 4D planning, providing expert guidance and supporting consistent, high-quality delivery.
- Provide hands-on technical support, mentoring, and targeted training to develop capability across project teams.
- Capture lessons learned and contribute to the evolution of the digital delivery strategy.
The Ideal Candidate
- Degree in Architecture / Construction / Engineering or appropriate professional qualification.
- Proven experience in planning within large-scale construction projects.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and contributing to project delivery.
- Strong hands-on experience on Bentley’s Synchro 4D Pro platform.
- Very good proficiency and experience of model authoring tools such Bentley's Open Building Designer, or MicroStation.
- Background in scheduling, sound knowledge and experience in planning and programme software (e.g., Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project)
- Strong communicator, able to influence and guide teams through technical leadership rather than formal authority.
- Ability to interpret complex project data, identify risks and propose solutions.
- Performing additional tasks, activities or other duties as may be required or assigned as part of the role.
- Experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues.
About the Company
The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services
The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.
You’ll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).
Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.
HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.
It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use”, OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture ‘s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.
Please see the disability confident commitments:
To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have:
- A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities
- Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role
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