Senior Planner

Senior Planner

About the Role

An established specialist contractor operating across the UK infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to take ownership of planning and programme management across a diverse portfolio of projects.

The organisation delivers specialist engineering solutions focused on the repair, strengthening and protection of critical infrastructure, including bridges and complex structural assets. Their services include concrete repair, structural strengthening, waterproofing systems, expansion joints, bearing replacements, carbon fibre strengthening, and specialist access or lightweight decking solutions used on major structures and long-span bridges.

Working closely with Project Managers and delivery teams, the Senior Planner will play a key role in ensuring projects are effectively programmed, monitored and delivered in line with agreed schedules.

This role will also support the wider business by contributing planning expertise during tendering and pre-construction phases, helping to develop robust delivery strategies from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes across multiple live projects
• Provide planning support to Project Managers and operational teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor project progress and produce programme updates and progress reports
• Identify potential programme risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Provide planning input into tender submissions and pre-construction activities
• Work collaboratively with project teams to ensure programmes remain realistic and achievable
• Support resource planning and strategic programme management across the project portfolio

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience operating in a Senior Planner or Lead Planner role
• Strong background in construction or civil engineering project planning
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software
• Experience providing planning support during tender and pre-construction stages
• Familiarity working with NEC4 contracts
• Proven experience planning civil engineering or infrastructure projects
• Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Full UK driving licence (desirable)