Planning Managers turn business goals into coordinated plans, measurable priorities, and informed decisions. Explore vetted Planning Manager opportunities on Ladders, where listed roles pay $100,000 or more. Openings may span strategic planning, business operations, supply chain, demand forecasting, financial planning, and workforce planning.
A Planning Manager guides planning processes that help an organization allocate resources, anticipate needs, and meet its objectives. Depending on the company and specialty, the role may involve building forecasts, analyzing performance and market data, coordinating planning cycles, managing scenarios, and presenting recommendations to senior leaders. Planning Managers often work across departments to align teams around timelines, assumptions, and business priorities.
Employers commonly look for analytical thinking, clear communication, project management, and the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations. Relevant experience may include budgeting, forecasting, operations, supply chain, strategic planning, or business analysis. Depending on the role, employers may also value expertise with planning software, spreadsheets, data visualization, enterprise systems, and industry-specific tools. Requirements vary by position and employer.
Browse Planning Manager jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, specialties, and employer expectations to find positions that fit your experience and career goals. New listings and responsibilities vary, so review each job description for current details.
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Grow your career by leading project management teams to enhance operational excellence. Drive continuous improvement, ensure timely delivery of products, and collaboration across various teams to maxi...
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Lead the charge in delivering complex projects from initiation to close, ensuring alignment among stakeholders, effective risk management, and adherence to timelines while utilizing AI tools to enhanc...
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Optimize project delivery by managing scope, budget, and risk for software implementations. Lead client interactions and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations while meeting quality and proces...
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Project Manager-Retail Bank Renovations
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Lead the planning and execution of retail banking branch renovations, ensuring quality and budget adherence while managing multiple projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver successful outcom...
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Project Manager-Retail Bank Renovations
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Join a team that's dedicated to transforming retail banking through effective project management. Lead multiple renovation initiatives, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and minimal disruption while...
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Pioneer impactful infrastructure projects by leading engineering teams, ensuring quality and budget adherence while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for successful...
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Senior Manager - Construction Delay Claims (Full-Time)
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Transform the landscape of construction disputes by leading technical analyses, managing projects, and mentoring junior staff. Engage with clients and contribute to expert reporting while driving busi...
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Join a dynamic team to independently manage complex program schedules, providing advanced analysis and reporting. Leverage your expertise in Primavera P6 to support stakeholders and mentor junior staf...
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Advance your career by leading integrated planning initiatives that unify demand and supply processes, enhance forecast accuracy, and drive strategic decision-making across North America, fostering a...
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Transform enterprise solutions by architecting, implementing, and optimizing Infor capabilities to support business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to leverage AI and analytics, ensuring scalable...
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Support the development of innovative scheduling solutions across projects, coordinating with various teams to enhance planning processes and performance metrics. Engage in training and provide expert...
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Contribute to strategic financial management by overseeing reporting, headcount, and expenses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business performance through detailed analysis and ins...
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Project Manager II Planning, Design & Construction
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Elevate healthcare project management by leading complex design and construction initiatives. Oversee scope, budget, and compliance while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure safe executi...
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Design/Construction Project Manager
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Pioneer innovative food service design and construction projects, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality facilities that meet client nee...
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Design/Construction Project Manager
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Unlock potential by managing comprehensive food service design and construction projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure operational efficiency, compliance, and timely delivery while optimiz...
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Development Project Manager - Data Center
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Advance project development for large-scale gas generation initiatives, collaborating across teams to manage deliverables, secure permits, and engage stakeholders. Drive transformative infrastructure...
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Senior Manager - Construction Delay Claims (Full-Time)
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Empower our team by leading technical analyses and managing projects in construction disputes. Oversee junior staff, engage with clients, and contribute to expert reporting while ensuring quality and...
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Senior Manager - Construction Delay Claims (Full-Time)
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Shape the future of construction dispute resolution by leading technical analyses, managing projects, and mentoring junior staff. Engage with clients and contribute to business development while ensur...
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Senior Manager - Construction Delay Claims (Full-Time)
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Elevate your career by managing complex construction claims and leading project teams. Drive client engagement and ensure technical accuracy while mentoring junior staff in a fast-paced environment fo...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager - Construction Delay Claims (Full-Time)
$105K - $150K *
Lead technical support for construction delay claims, managing projects and mentoring junior staff. Ensure quality and accuracy in deliverables while engaging with clients and contributing to business...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager - Construction Delay Claims (Full-Time)
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Join a dynamic team as a Senior Manager, overseeing construction dispute analyses, managing projects, mentoring staff, and engaging with clients to deliver high-quality consulting services in a fast-p...
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Project Manager - Civil Site Design
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Accelerate progress at a leading firm by managing complex projects, ensuring timely deliverables, and fostering client relationships while mentoring a dynamic team in engineering and design solutions...
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Project Manager - Civil Site Design
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Lead project management efforts for complex, high-priority land development projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality execution while fostering client relationships and mentori...
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Project Manager - Civil Site Design
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Lead project management efforts for complex, high-priority land development projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery, quality execution, and exceptional client service while mentorin...
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Project Manager - Civil Site Design
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Shape the future of land development by leading complex projects, managing teams, and ensuring quality deliverables. Drive financial success and client satisfaction while mentoring staff and fostering...
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What does a Planning Manager do?
A Planning Manager leads planning activities that help an organization set priorities, forecast needs, allocate resources, and track progress. Responsibilities vary by specialty and may include strategic, business, supply chain, or financial planning.
What qualifications are commonly required for Planning Manager jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often seek relevant planning or operations experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate across teams. Some roles ask for experience with forecasting, budgeting, planning systems, or industry-specific tools.
Which industries hire Planning Managers?
Planning Managers work across many industries, including technology, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, finance, logistics, and professional services. The focus of the role depends on an organization's planning needs.
How much do Planning Manager jobs on Ladders pay?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual Planning Manager roles varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities; check each listing for details.
How can I find the right Planning Manager role?
Compare job descriptions for planning specialty, scope, team responsibilities, required experience, tools, location, and compensation. Focus on positions that align with your background and the type of planning work you want to lead.