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Project Planner required, ideally at Senior or Principal level to work with senior management, electricians, electrical technicians and external customers on the deliver of works across. HV and LV Switchgear, Power, Control and Automation, Systems Integration, Water Treatment and Wastewater Treatment plants. Requirements Project Planning or Works Planner construction and engineering experience, including design, delivery, and commissioning. MS Project and Primavera P6 Comfortable preparing and managing detailed project schedules Water treatment industry experience. Responsibilities Create detailed project schedules in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. Allocate labour, plant, and material resources. Comply with NEC contract principles, company standards, and industry best practice. Produce tender programmes and support bids.

Requirement: Senior Planner / Planning Manager Location: Southwest & South Wales Package: Up to 85,000 + Benefits + Vehicle Company Overview: Our client is a leading contractor within the utilities and energy infrastructure sector, delivering complex projects across the UK. As part of continued growth and expansion, they are looking to recruit an experienced Planning Manager to lead planning activities on major utility projects, with a strong focus on substation developments. Role Overview: The Planning Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning and scheduling aspects of multi-disciplinary utility projects, ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and regulatory standards. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to develop detailed programmes that support efficient and safe project delivery. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning function across multiple utility projects, including the development of new substations, upgrades, and maintenance works. Develop, maintain, and update project programmes using software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project. Support project teams with schedule risk analysis and recovery strategies. Coordinate with design, procurement, and construction teams to ensure realistic and achievable schedules. Monitor project progress and produce accurate planning reports for internal and external stakeholders. Identify critical paths, resource constraints, and key milestones. Attend project meetings, contributing planning insights to help drive project delivery. Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and client-specific requirements. Requirements: Proven experience as a Planning Manager or Senior Planner on utility infrastructure projects, particularly in power distribution / substations. Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle from design through to commissioning. Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other planning tools. Knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety best practices within utilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to analyse complex project data and provide clear reporting to leadership teams. Relevant qualifications in engineering, construction management, or project controls. Desirable: Experience working with DNOs (Distribution Network Operators) or National Grid Background in HV (High Voltage) projects Membership of APM, CIOB or similar professional bodies

Senior Planner - Mechanical (MEP) Location: EC3, London Salary: Competitive (PAYE) + Package Contract Type: Permanent Sector: Commercial Offices / High-Rise The Project Be part of a major 36-storey new-build commercial development in the heart of EC3, delivering over 37,000 sqm of A-grade office space alongside premium public amenities. Shell & Core and CAT A Office Fitout 2x Basement Plant Rooms & Roof-Level Plant RoomESG's Package: Ventilation Smoke Extract Mechanical Pipework Drainage Domestic Services About the Role We are looking for a Senior Planner to join the project early during pre-construction (PCSA) and take full ownership of programme development, controls, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. You'll support the commercial and delivery teams to ensure timelines, resources, risks, and milestones are clearly defined, monitored, and managed - ensuring this landmark MEP project is delivered on time and to budget. Key Responsibilities Create, manage and update the detailed project schedule using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project Build and maintain accurate Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), defining tasks, timelines, and key deliverables Maintain full compliance with company processes, client requirements, and industry standards Proactively identify and assess risks, delays and emerging issues; lead mitigation strategies Track project progress, monitor KPIs, and produce reports including Earned Value Analysis (EVA) Support the allocation and monitoring of resources to meet programme deadlines Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Contractors to align schedules with on-site progress and evolving project scope Drive planning best practices, standardisation, and robust programme governance Candidate Requirements (Non-Negotiables) Strong experience in planning MEP works, especially mechanical-only or HVAC-heavy packages Proficient with Primavera P6 (essential) and/or Microsoft Project In-depth knowledge of construction sequencing, ideally with exposure to high-rise commercial office projects Excellent understanding of project controls, risk reporting, and programme KPIs Familiarity with NEC or JCT contracts Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available) What's On Offer Long-term PAYE role with full project visibility through to 2029 Competitive salary and benefits package Key role in a Tier 1 environment delivering a flagship commercial project Opportunity to join the team during pre-construction and influence project planning from day one

Senior Planner - Electrical (MEP) Location: SE1, London Salary: Competitive (PAYE) + Package Start Date: ASAP (Pre-construction phase begins Nov 2025) Contract Type: Permanent (PAYE) Sector: Commercial Offices / Mixed-Use About the Project Join a landmark mixed-use development in SE1, delivering £40m of electrical works as part of a large-scale destination scheme incorporating offices, retail, and leisure space. The installation includes a full electrical scope: HV & LV Systems Generators Lightning Protection Small Power & Lighting Lighting Controls Submains / Mains Cabling Busbar Systems Major plant located in basements and roof-level substations About the Role As Senior Planner , you will play a pivotal role in the planning, coordination, and programme control of this complex electrical installation from pre-construction through to completion in 2029. You'll be responsible for schedule development, risk assessment, and reporting, working collaboratively with engineers, project managers, and the wider site team to ensure on-time, efficient delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop, manage, and maintain the detailed project programme using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project Build and manage the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) aligned to key milestones and deliverables Maintain compliant project documentation and scheduling records in line with company and client procedures Monitor project progress, track KPIs, and generate regular reports, including Earned Value Analysis (EVA) Identify and report risks, delays, or potential issues, recommending mitigation and recovery strategies Support resource allocation across labour and materials to ensure programme delivery Liaise with PMs, engineers, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure plans reflect real-time site conditions Support programme reviews and client meetings, presenting planning data in a clear, insightful way Requirements Proven experience as a Senior Planner on large-scale electrical or MEP projects (£30m+) Proficiency with Primavera P6 (essential) and/or Microsoft Project In-depth understanding of electrical building services and installation sequencing Strong command of risk management, reporting, and programme controls Experience working under JCT and/or NEC contract forms Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) What's On Offer Long-term PAYE opportunity on a flagship Central London project Full salary and benefits package Key role within a well-established delivery team Opportunity to shape and lead planning from PCSA through to handover in 2029

Senior Planner - Electrical Installation (MEP) Location: SE1, London Salary: Competitive (PAYE) + Package Contract Type: Permanent (PAYE) Sector: Commercial Offices (New Build) Start Date: November 2025 The Project This is a landmark commercial office development in SE1, London, involving: £40m electrical-only installation package 2 Basement Levels, a 5-storey podium, and two towers: 26-storey South Tower 13-storey North Tower Complete electrical scope including: HV/LV Systems, Generators, Lightning Protection, Small Power, Lighting & Control, Submains, Mains Cabling, and Busbar Systems Major plant located in Basement 2, with substations on roof areas of both towers Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Planner with strong electrical (MEP) experience to take ownership of the planning lifecycle for this complex, multi-structure project. You'll lead the development and coordination of project schedules from pre-construction (PCSA) through to final commissioning, working with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors. This is a long-term, career-defining opportunity on a Tier 1-led project with full PAYE benefits. Key Responsibilities Develop, manage and update the detailed project schedule using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project Build project-specific Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) to define deliverables, timelines, and key milestones Maintain accurate and compliant project documentation in line with company standards and client requirements Track and report project performance, monitor KPIs, and produce stakeholder reports, including Earned Value Analysis (EVA) Identify risks, delays and emerging issues; propose and implement mitigation strategies Allocate labour and materials effectively to meet programme deliverables Collaborate closely with PMs, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure schedules reflect site realities and client expectations Support planning best practices and improve project control systems Candidate Requirements (Non-Negotiables) Proven experience as a Senior Planner on major electrical or MEP projects (£30m+) Proficient in Primavera P6 (essential) Strong understanding of construction planning, particularly for electrical building services installations Demonstrated ability to manage programme risk, change control, and schedule reporting Familiar with JCT and/or NEC contracts Excellent stakeholder engagement and reporting skills Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) What's On Offer Long-term position on a complex, high-value scheme through to 2029 Competitive PAYE salary with full employee benefits Work on a flagship project in Central London within a strong planning and delivery team Career development opportunities across future major MEP projects

Murphy is recruiting for a Senior Planner to work with Energy at our Leeds office (LS9 OHY) as part of our delivery of the Great Grid partnership (GGP) This project is currently in the process of mobilising the project teams in order to support the early works, inclusive of DCO support, ahead of site commencement Mid 2027. The works are currently split between our regional office in Stone Cross (Warrington), with GGP support in Birmingham and Leeds . Once the site is mobilised the teams will be based on site with locations in and around the Chesterfield and Lincolnshire area. Construction works are currently planned between Mid 2027 and Mid 2031 Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Planner: Assimilate information and summarise it in a manner that can be used to communicate the work scope to others. Prepare a resourced programme, including reviewing the outcome for conformance with expectations and requirements. Contribute to the risk register and undertake programme risk analysis. Prepare visual material in support of planned methods. Manage personally controlled project documentation in an orderly fashion. Define methods and establish outputs, in consultation with the estimator and other team members, including the supply chain in appropriate circumstances. Liaise with the design engineer to establish a design brief for temporary works. Provide the estimator with a justified schedule of temporary works and other indirect cost items. Attend the bid review meeting to contribute a clear view of the work scope and the intentions for delivering it by reference to prepared material. Attending the handover meeting to contribute a clear view of the work scope and the intentions for delivering it by reference to prepared material and clear further defined tasks. In consultation with Estimator advise project team of required feedback reports and support. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience on Civil Engineering and/or Construction projects. Desirable experience working on National Grid, Substations, Overhead Lines, HV Plant or HV Cables Use of planning software (P6, Asta, TILOS, QSRA). Active experience of working with a wide range of planning techniques in serving both tendering and contract delivery. A clear understanding of the commercial and contractual interfaces with the planning function. Must be based within commutable distance of Leeds with travel to sites as and when needed.

Senior Planner - £50k to £55k Construction, HVAC, Mechanical and Electrical Greater Manchester / Lancashire My client works with world-leading organisations in the pharmaceutical, life science and healthcare sectors to create cutting-edge cleanrooms, laboratories and other sophisticated environments. Their specialist services encompass consultancy, design, construction, commissioning and validation. Responsibilities Although your role described here is based on supporting a Project Manager, dependant on the size, nature and complexity of the project you may also be required to manage certain elements of the project independently. Project Control Liaise with relevant members of the project team to discuss and agree programme requirements. Ensure design deliverables are structured to meet the construction demands Preparation of tender, design, construction & commissioning programmes Monitoring/reporting progress, highlighting any inefficiencies Forecast problems as early as possible enabling corrective action to be taken Maintain clear communication lines between all parties to meet programme deadlines Prepare earned value analysis (EVA) & S curve reports Ensure all project key deliverables/milestones are achievable.Procurement Preparation of tender programmes to ensure supplier/sub contractor deliverables are met Agree working arrangements with all key service providers Produce procurement schedules. Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timeframes are maintained. Agree procurement timeframes with the Project Team and actively monitor. Site Matters Visit site regularly to monitor progress Attend site meetings with the client and site teams Preparation of programme project reports Preparation of look ahead reports to focus site teams Ensure clear communication of programme activities to site personnel You will be responsible for producing 'close out' programs at the end of a project to ensure timely handover to the Client. This will include the timescales for production of all Handover documentation and certification from third party commissioning activities. Experience Required Minimum HNC qualified in Building Services or Building Studies. Fully conversant with MS Project 2003 & 2007 and an appreciation of Suretrak / Primavera software would also be beneficial Have an appreciation of design principals to ensure smooth transition into construction activities Experienced in carrying out and reporting Earned Value Analysis. Experienced in the pharmaceutical and healthcare markets is preferred particularly in the construction of laboratories and clean-rooms. Working knowledge of company safety and quality procedures. IT literate and conversant with Microsoft Office and Outlook. Experienced in the delivery of full turnkey projects

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Cost Engineer / Contract Manager – Germany Baukaufmann / Bauleiter / Kostenplaner / Baukostenkalkulator Exciting & senior level opportunity has arisen for a high profile global company. Based in Germany, this role requires someone who has experience in QS for German builds and a background in the commercial management side of industrial projects. QS/ Cost Engineer/ Cost planning, cost control, Contract Manager for construction work. Based full time in Germany. Large high value and high tech design for high profile global industries. Company Well-established and respected company with large scale Projects for major clients. Our client has major hubs in Germany, UK & Spain with long term contract to design, install & handover large facilities in key European cities for a major global player. We are currently fulfilling the role on behalf of the client. A fast growing, innovative and exciting company to work for, that offer excellent tailor made training and development plans: chose your own Technical, Career and Personal development roadmap. Role Leading MEP / Mechanical & Electrical team to deliver large scale projects in Europe: Commercial/ Industrial/ Plant/ Distribution/ Data Centres: Design, Install & Handover to client. Role is suitable for a Quantity Surveyor/ Cost Engineer/ Cost Planner/ Contract Manager with experience in German Construction. At either a contractor, consultancy or client. Essential Requirements • Experience in Germany is essential for this role. • Quantity Surveyor or similar eg Cost Engineer/ Cost Planner/ Contract Manager • Basic German language. • Degree: Quantity Surveying or similar • Cost planning, cost control, Contract Manager or Cost Planner for construction work • Negotiation of building contracts and in the execution of construction work. • Cost planning and cost control techniques for different types of construction. • Contract Law for Work and Labour. Advantage to have: • Fluent German • German Regulations eg TGA, VOB, VDE / Bundes Gazette • Professional qualifications/ membership/ chartered an advantage. • Data Centres, Distribution, commercial, industrial, plants or similar. • Health and safety regulations relevant for construction work in Germany • Building and Public Procurement Law (DIN 276, HOAI, VOB, VOF). • CAD, technical drawings, MS-Office, ERP • Any of: HVAC/ M&E, Fire protection, Power Distribution, Security • VOB: German Construction Contract and procurement Procedures • VOB/A (DIN 1960) award of construction contracts • VOB/B (DIN 1961) execution of construction work • VOB/C Standards - technical specifications in construction contracts (ATV). Our client has an excellent attitude towards ongoing personal development, Training & Development. Permanent role based in Germany

My client requires a permanent Project Manager with experience of M&E , NEC, installation, construction, from within the HVAC industry. Commercially aware and contract management. P4 pass preferred. Must be flexible with travel. Applicants with solid contractor side experience desired, not client side. A very competitive salary and benefits package is available for the successful applicant. Role Title: Project Manager Reports to: Construction Manager / Operations Director Location: Office / Site Based Purpose, Context & Responsibilities Purpose  To manage, control and deliver either a large complex project or a number of smaller projects simultaneously to the satisfaction of both the company and client  This responsibility can begin at tender or negotiations stage or commencement of Project on site. Responsibilities  To ensure that all statutory and company health and safety requirements are met  To ensure that company procedures are complied with and that relevant information is communicated with the project staff.  To administer the contract in accordance with the companies scope and role.  To develop good relationships with the client and potential clients along with their respective advisors  To work with the Operations Director ensuring that the projects are adequately staffed by suitably qualified and experienced staff and that future needs are identified  To maximise the project margin & control costs  To ensure that as far as is reasonably practicable the company is protected during contract negotiations, on-site works and post contract discussions, and to ensure that records are maintained throughout the project delivery.  To foster relationships with suitable senior consultants/subcontractor personnel  By working with heads of individual departments ensure that staff training is kept up to date and that ‘fast track’ personnel are identified and progressed accordingly  Lead by example setting the required standards of behaviour and conduct for the project  Communicate the Company and Project strategy with the project team ensuring the objectives are met and understood, and liaise with the departmental teams and members to ensure that project needs are achieved.  Liaise with the procurement lead during the tender/negotiation/construction period  Manage the programme of works Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications Essential  Good communication skills at all levels are required, via all mediums.  Good knowledge of the heating and ventilation industry, manufacturing techniques and site installation methods.  Ability to represent the best interests of the company in direct dealings with clients, suppliers and sub-contractors.  Be aware of costs likely to be incurred by decisions made.  Understanding of the companies contractual obligations.  A good working knowledge of the operation of safe systems of work.  An ability to develop client relationships at all levels.  Be aware of differing forms of contract  A conscientious, positive and reliable attitude to performing the task.  Full UK driving licence Highly Desirable (but not essential)  Degree / HND or HNC  Membership of a Professional Body Key Relationships  Client, Operations Director, Construction Manager, Project Engineers, Purchasing Manager, Production Manager and Director,  Quantity Surveyors and general commercial team, Project Planners, Design and Engineering Manager