Job Description
Lead Planner:Major Civils Programme North West
I'm supporting a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering a major, long-term civils and heavy-infrastructure programme in the North West. We're looking for an experienced Lead Planner to take ownership of programme planning, controls and schedule management across multiple complex work packages.
Role Overview:
Lead the planning and programme-control function across the project
Develop, maintain and manage detailed P6 schedules
Work closely with engineering, delivery, commercial and SHEQ teams
Support progress measurement, critical-path analysis and risk reviews
Provide programme insight, reporting and mitigation strategies to senior leadership
Coordinate planning input across multiple interfaces and stakeholders
Ensure full compliance with project governance and assurance processes
Drive best practice across planning, controls and programme performance
What We're Looking For:
Strong background as a Senior Planner or Lead Planner on major civils / infrastructure projects
Advanced Primavera P6 capability
Excellent programme assurance, governance and risk-management understanding
Experience in highly regulated, complex environments is very beneficial
Strong communication and stakeholder-coordination skills
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across multi-discipline teams
This role requires the ability to satisfy security vetting processes linked to high-security infrastructure environments.
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits
Car allowance
Long-term programme of work in the North West
Opportunity to play a key role on one of the UK's most complex infrastructure programmes
Strong career progression within a major international contractor
If you'd like to discuss the role or want your CV to be considered, please feel free to contact me directly
