Planner

  • Tradestech Recruitment
  • Shirley, West Midlands
  • 13/04/2026
Full time Construction Civil Engineer Project Manager Planner

Job Description

P6 Planner - AMP8 Projects (West Midlands / Coventry)
Location: Coventry / West Midlands (site-based across AMP8 projects)
Employment Type: Contract or Permanent (flexible)
Sector: Major Infrastructure / Civil Engineering

About the Role
Our client, a leading Tier 1 construction contractor, is seeking an experienced P6 Planner to support ongoing AMP8 infrastructure projects across the West Midlands. This is a site-based role requiring regular presence (4-5 days per week) to support project delivery teams.

You will play a key role in developing, maintaining, and monitoring project programmes, working closely with delivery teams to ensure projects are completed efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6
  • Monitor progress, identify risks, and propose mitigation strategies
  • Work closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams
  • Support tendering and pre-construction planning activities
  • Provide regular programme updates and reporting
  • Ensure compliance with NEC4 contract requirements
  • Contribute to planning best practices across the project lifecycle
Key Requirements
  • Proven experience in project planning within civil engineering or infrastructure
  • Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6
  • Previous experience in a site-based planning role (preferred)
  • Experience supporting tenders and pre-construction activities
  • Familiarity with NEC4 contract types
  • Background in civils project planning
  • Degree qualified (or equivalent experience)
  • Full UK driving licence (desirable)
  • Willingness to work on-site 4-5 days per week across West Midlands projects