Permanent On-site Construction Infrastructure

Senior Project Planner

The Opportunity

An opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Planner to join an established engineering and project delivery consultancy, supporting construction and infrastructure projects that require security clearance.

Based in Derby or Nottingham, you will contribute to technically challenging projects where effective planning brings together design, procurement and delivery. The role offers the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams, build experience across complex programmes and contribute to the delivery of important infrastructure.

You will manage project programmes using Primavera P6, working closely with engineering, commercial and delivery teams to develop realistic construction schedules, monitor progress and identify risks to delivery.

Security clearance

These projects require security clearance. Existing clearance is welcomed but is not essential when applying. Applicants without clearance can be considered, provided they are eligible and willing to undergo the required vetting process and obtain clearance before accessing work that requires it.

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circle Develop, maintain and update detailed, logic-linked programmes in Primavera P6.
  • check_circle Establish programme baselines, key milestones and critical paths.
  • check_circle Monitor progress, analyse variances and develop recovery programmes where required.
  • check_circle Coordinate design, procurement, construction and commissioning activities across construction and infrastructure work packages.
  • check_circle Produce progress reports, look-ahead programmes and supporting planning narratives.
  • check_circle Assess the programme impact of changes, delays and project risks.
  • check_circle Maintain compliant programme submissions and coordinate milestones through testing, commissioning and handover.

About You

  • check_circle Proven planning experience on construction and infrastructure projects.
  • check_circle Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6.
  • check_circle An engineering background with a sound understanding of construction methods and sequencing.
  • check_circle Ideally degree qualified in engineering, construction management or a related discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience.
  • check_circle Strong understanding of critical path analysis, programme logic, resource planning and progress measurement.
  • check_circle Knowledge of NEC contracts and associated programme requirements.
  • check_circle Confident communicating with clients, subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.

What's On Offer

  • check_circle £60,000–£70,000 + highly competitive benefits package