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Junior Construction Planner Somerset 30,000 - 50,000 + Travel Allowance + Stay Away + Bonus + Pension + Holidays + Private Medical + Training & Development + Career Progression + Immediate Start An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Construction Planner to join a leading contractor delivering major ( 100M+) mission-critical projects across the UK and Europe. This is a rare opportunity for someone early in their planning career to work on complex, high-value projects while receiving hands-on training and mentorship from experienced planners. This role is ideal for someone who wants to move beyond basic programme updates and develop a real understanding of how projects are built, sequenced, and delivered on site. You'll be working in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment where planning plays a key role in successful project delivery. The business places strong emphasis on development, offering a clear progression path into Planner, Senior Planner, and Planning Manager roles. Your Role as a Junior Construction Planner Will Include: Supporting the development and maintenance of construction programmes Assisting in aligning programme logic with site activities and installation sequencing Working closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams Helping track progress, update programmes, and produce reports Supporting the identification of programme risks, delays, and coordination issues Gaining exposure to BIM models and 4D planning tools The Successful Junior Construction Planner Will Have: Experience in construction planning or a relevant degree (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, etc.) Basic understanding of construction sequencing and project delivery Exposure to planning software such as Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject Strong willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced environment Good communication skills and a proactive mindset

Job Title: Senior Architect Location: Oxford Salary: 42-55,000+ DOE About the company: A well-established, multi-disciplinary rural-focused studio in Oxford is seeking a Senior Architect with strong business development experience to join their collaborative team. The studio works on a diverse range of projects, including estate masterplans, bespoke country homes, rural diversification schemes, and community-focused developments. Combining creative design with strategic thinking and technical expertise, the team delivers projects that are sensitive to landscape, heritage, and context, while achieving ambitious client goals. Benefits Competitive salary with performance-based incentives Flexible working and hybrid options Professional development opportunities and CPD support Collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment Exposure to high-profile rural and estate projects Daily Duties Lead architectural design from concept to delivery across varied rural projects Manage client relationships and identify business development opportunities Coordinate with planners, landscape designers, and other consultants Prepare proposals, presentations, and design documentation Mentor junior architects and support team development Ideal Candidate Substantial post Part 3 experience in a UK based practice Proven track record in rural or residential projects, ideally including estate-scale or bespoke homes Strong business development and client management skills Excellent design, communication, and leadership abilities Passionate about sensitive, context-driven design and delivering high-quality outcomes To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) I hope to hear from you soon!

Senior Estimator / Cost Planner Warrington - 65,000 - 80,000 + Package The Opportunity We are partnering with a well-established and expanding 40m turnover Developer / Contractor to recruit a Senior Estimator / Cost Planner to join their Warrington-based team. With a strong and growing pipeline, this is a key appointment within the Pre-Construction function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects and play a pivotal role in shaping early-stage development decisions. The Role As a Senior Estimator, you will lead on cost planning and estimating activities from initial land appraisal through to tender stage, ensuring accuracy, commercial viability, and alignment with project objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead preparation of cost appraisals for new land opportunities Undertake detailed take-offs and produce comprehensive cost plans and feasibility studies Analyse drawings and specifications to develop accurate and competitive estimates Manage and contribute to tender submissions, including pricing strategies and documentation Work closely with Land, Technical, Design and Commercial teams Oversee and maintain cost databases and benchmarking information Provide leadership and guidance to junior team members where required About You Proven experience in a Senior Estimating or Cost Planning role Background within housebuilding, development or main contracting Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodologies Relevant qualification (Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent) Advanced proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Desirable Experience Strong new-build housing exposure Wider construction sector tendering experience What you get in return Competitive salary of 65,000 - 80,000 Comprehensive benefits package Key role within a growing and stable pre-construction team Opportunity to influence early-stage project and land decisions Long-term progression within a well-backed contractor/developer Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM

Senior Construction Planner / Planning Manager Tier 1-capable Contractor Projects up to £50m Glasgow Salary: Excellent package + flexible working Hays Construction are working in partnership with a well-respected, Tier 1-capable main contractor to appoint a Senior Construction Planner, with a clear pathway to Planning Manager, based in Glasgow. Your new company Our client is a financially secure, well established Scottish contractor with the capability to deliver complex projects up to £50million across a diverse portfolio including public-sector, commercial, residential and infrastructure related schemes.Backed by a strong balance sheet and a robust forward workload, the business offers long term stability and a mature, flexible working environment that empowers senior staff rather than over managing them. Planning is seen as a core function of project success, with planners genuinely valued at board and project level. Your new role This is a senior appointment where you will lead planning input across pre construction and live delivery phases, while helping shape best practice across the wider business. Depending on your experience, the role can be positioned as a Senior Planner with progression or an immediate Planning Manager appointment. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and managing robust tender and construction programmes for projects up to £50m Leading programme strategy across multiple sectors and procurement routes Providing planning leadership and challenge to project teams and senior stakeholders Managing risk, critical path analysis, change and impact assessments Supporting and mentoring junior planners as the function continues to grow Playing a key role in the evolution of planning standards, systems and governance What you'll need to succeed Strong experience in a Senior Construction Planner or Planning Manager role with a main contractor Proven capability delivering complex programmes, ideally on projects £20m+ Strong working knowledge of planning software (e.g. P6, Asta Powerproject) Excellent communication skills and commercial awareness Ambition to influence strategy and progress into (or operate at) Planning Manager level What you'll get in return Highly competitive salary and benefits package Flexible working arrangements aligned to a mature, trust based culture Clear progression opportunity into a Planning Manager role Long term job security with a financially robust contractor The opportunity to work on major, high profile Scottish projects What to do next If you are a Senior Construction Planner looking to step up, or an established Planning Manager seeking a stable and progressive environment, please contact Hays Construction for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Estimator - Civils / Infrastructure Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (Hybrid - minimum 3 days office/client site) Permanent Full Time £70,000 - £90,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Pension + Increasing Annual Leave We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established civils contractor with a strong and growing presence in rail, drainage and utilities. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team based in Welwyn Garden City. This is a hands-on, senior-level role for someone who thrives on leading bids, shaping tender strategy and working collaboratively across commercial, engineering and planning functions. The company welcomes candidates from a broad range of backgrounds - including those who have progressed from site-based roles into estimating - and while rail experience is an advantage, strong civils or infrastructure experience is equally valued. The Role As Senior Estimator, you will take the lead on producing detailed, accurate and competitive estimates for civils and drainage works, typically on projects valued up to £5m. You will work closely with Bid Managers, Engineers, Planners and the Commercial team to define methodology and pricing approach, and will play a central role in securing new work in line with the company's growth objectives. The role carries responsibility for mentoring junior estimators, maintaining robust estimating systems and presenting adjudication packs to senior stakeholders. Following contract award, you will prepare handover documentation for operational teams and provide ongoing support through the mobilisation phase. Key Responsibilities Lead Estimates Undertake and lead estimates in accordance with company procedures and tender requirements Mentor and develop junior estimators, particularly on larger, more complex tenders Liaise with Bid Managers, Engineers, Planners and the Commercial team to agree methodology and pricing principles Identify risks and opportunities throughout the tender process Maintain a register of key assumptions and keep the tender estimate file accurate and up to date Provide indicative pricing support for business development activity Obtain feedback from site teams on estimating accuracy and current cost levels Adjudication Prepare estimating adjudication packs and present the basis of estimate and key assumptions to senior stakeholders Maintain notes of adjudication meetings and close out actions arising Monitor customer negotiations and seek amended authority as required Handover & Post-Award Support Prepare handover packs for operational and commercial teams following contract award Maintain notes of handover meetings Provide ongoing support to site teams relating to the estimate and its key assumptions What We're Looking For A strong background in civils, drainage, utilities or infrastructure - rail experience is welcome but not essential Proven experience preparing estimates on projects up to approximately £5m in value Numerate and IT literate, with good working knowledge of estimating software and Microsoft Excel Confident presenting to senior stakeholders and engaging with clients and internal teams at a senior level Strong commercial acumen and excellent attention to detail Ability to travel for client meetings and site visits as required Chartered, incorporated or equivalent professional status would be advantageous Candidates who have progressed from hands-on site roles into estimating are very welcome to apply Salary & Benefits £70,000 - £90,000 depending on experience Car allowance 23 days annual leave, increasing with length of service Company pension Hybrid working - minimum 3 days per week in the office or on client site Why Apply? Join a supportive, expanding contractor with a strong and growing project pipeline Real influence over bid strategy and tender decision-making at a senior level Opportunity to lead on major tender submissions and mentor the next generation of estimators A stable, long-term role with clear potential for progression If you have the experience and ambition to make a real impact in a growing business, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Position: Senior Planner Location: Chelmsford with hybrid working available Salary Guide: 65-75k (neg DOE), car/allowance, and excellent benefits Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominately in the water industry, who are delivering a number of water infrastructure projects across Essex & Suffolk. The Role: Directly reporting to the Senior Planning Manager, your responsibility is to assist other members of the project teams to develop, monitor, progress & report on tender & contractual programmes. This includes ensuring that both the operational & commercial members of the team are fully briefed on the critical activities & risks of their projects at all times. You will be required to work closely with the commercial department to monitor costs, take ownership of several project plans, drive the project team to deliver to the plan & challenge any delay & deviation. Lead, coach & guide Junior Planners, you'll be viewed as an approachable planning expert who is keen to pass on experience & knowledge to develop others & drive performance improvement.Wants top end of Senior: You will be the only planner for the first 6-12 months whilst the framework is built When the work picks up an additional Senior Planner will be recruited The original Senior will elevate to Planning Manager for the region and will be responsible for implementing the planning processes for the region Good opportunity for someone to develop into a Planning Manager Responsibilities: Work with the estimating team to prepare programmes from tender documentation, ensuring that they are compliant & realistic. Prepare programmes in accordance with contract requirements, update them & submit them for acceptance as contractually required. Assist with the delivery of collaborative planning workshops. Lead the development of construction phase 4D planning. Maintain a baseline programme & measure progress against it. Liaise with project teams to ensure consistency of key assumptions on methodology & outputs. Identify opportunity & key risks during the planning process. Gather, collate & distribute progress information & the reasons for deviations/delays. Monitor & analyse changes to scope & revise programmes accordingly. Attend progress/project meetings & present programmes for review. Attend site meetings to gather progress information. Report programme issues to the Senior Planning Manager & site management teams. Distribute regular look ahead programmes. Ensure an as-built programme is available at project closedown. Maintain knowledge of site processes & costs. Record the effects of changes on site & the effects on the contract programme. Assist with the monthly progress report in line with customer requirements. Build & maintain relationships with the Senior Planning Manager, Project Manager, commercial team & client representatives. Assist with the administration of Primavera P6 planning software. Deliver planning software training to new users when required. Experience: Essential: Experience in planning of civil, M&E projects Main contractor experience Knowledge of current HSE practices & CSCS card holder Experience of working with NEC3/4 contracts Competent in the use of Microsoft software & applications Proficient in use of Primavera P6 planning software Excellent communication skills Ability to identify risks & opportunities Able to work in a fast-paced environment Comfortable working to tight deadlines Able to focus on deliverables A proactive attitude Ability to identify & solve problems Able to manage own workload to meet deadlines 5-10 years experience Prefer Mechanical bias but would consider MEICA or Civil but must have heavy engineering and site experience Desirable: Water Industry experience Site based engineering background Professional qualification Current Water Hygiene card holder Familiar with contract management software such as CEMAR & Aconnex Package includes: A competitive salary Car/car allowance (subject to role and level of position) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance Health Insurance Private medical Insurance And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc Key Words: Planning Engineer Planner Project Planner Senior Planner Senior Planning Engineer Senior Project Planner Construction Project Programmes P6 Programmes Project Delivery Project Plans Water Industry Water Sector Water Treatment Clean Water Sewage Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Highways Power Energy Nuclear Energy from Waste Rail Infrastructure Primavera P6 Anglian Water Thames Water South East Water Veolia AMP 7 AMP 8 NEC

Conrad Consulting are thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chartered Town Planner to step in to an exciting Associate / Associate Director role in Sheffield. This esteemed company is among the UK's premier employee-owned, planning-led practices, renowned for delivering bespoke multidisciplinary consultancy to various clients across the development sector. Key Responsibilities You will be involved in delivering high-quality research and analysis across a broad range of planning-related projects, including: Housing needs and land availability assessments Five-year housing land supply assessments and appeal support Demographic and socio-economic analysis Employment land studies and economic impact assessments Infrastructure delivery planning and sustainability appraisals Green Belt reviews and strategic site promotion Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan preparation Specialist housing studies (e.g. affordable housing, older persons housing, HMOs) You will also contribute to planning appeals, Local Plan examinations, and wider strategic planning debates. About You To be successful in this role, you will likely have: At least 5 years experience in town planning or socio-economic research A strong understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework Experience preparing evidence-based reports (e.g. housing need, land supply, site assessments) Involvement in planning appeals and/or Local Plan examinations (desirable) Chartered RTPI status (or working towards) preferred Strong analytical, report writing, and presentation skills Good IT skills, including spreadsheets and data analysis tools You will be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Key Skills & Attributes Strong numerical and analytical capability Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely Commercial awareness and client-focused approach Experience managing or mentoring junior team members (advantageous) What s on Offer Competitive salary (£50,000 £55,000) Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Structured training and CPD programme Opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally significant projects Supportive and collaborative team environment Clear career progression pathway Working Arrangements This role offers flexible, hybrid working with a combination of office-based collaboration and home working. Core hours operate within a flexible structure, allowing autonomy while meeting project deadlines. Apply Now If you are an experienced planner or analyst looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic and growing consultancy environment, we d love to hear from you.

Position: Senior Planner Location: Hampton with hybrid working available Salary: 70-75k (Neg DOE), car/allowance and excellent benefits package Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting eight long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. The Role: Working within the Thames Water region, you will provide services to ensure that project plans have achievable timescales and are accurately monitored and updated. You'll take ownership of the project plan, drive the project team to deliver to the plan and challenge any delay and deviation. Leading, coaching and guiding a small team of more junior Planners, you'll be viewed as an approachable Planning expert who is keen to pass on experience and knowledge to develop others and drive outperformance amongst the team. Responsibilities: As a key member of an integrated delivery team, you will: Collaborate effectively to develop and maintain comprehensive, detailed project plans covering the full project lifecycle. Ensure project plans accurately capture the complete project scope, with resources appropriately considered and allocated as needed. Lead collaborative planning workshops. Proactively identify opportunities and risks within the project plan, monitoring the critical path and key milestones, and providing advice to the delivery team on potential adjustments. Review and challenge supply chain programs, ensuring their integration and alignment with the main project plan. Uphold planning standards and comply with planning procedures. Implementation of all necessary project and activity codes. Management and tracking of project baselines. Preparation of detailed program narratives for submission to clients. Regular quality and integrity checks on schedules. Provide mentorship and guidance to Planners and Graduate Planning Engineers throughout the region. Developing detailed claims programmes and implementing any contractual changes to the programme. Contribute to the quality of planning performance across the region including reviews and reporting. Interrogate drawings to implement an efficient planning service to the business. Experience: An experienced planner with a strong track record in delivering complex infrastructure projects. Ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional planning skills, a solution-focused mindset, a flexible approach to change and a passion for belonging to a high-performing, engaged team. Essential Criteria: Expert in use of Primavera P6 planning software Experience in planning of civil and/or M&E construction projects Competent in the use of Microsoft software & applications Knowledge of current Health, Safety & Environment practices Excellent communication skills Ability to identify risks & opportunities Able to work in a fast-paced environment Comfortable working to tight deadlines Able to focus on deliverables A proactive attitude Ability to identify & solve problems Able to manage own workload to meet deadlines Desirable Criteria: Water Industry experience Experience of working with NEC3/4 contracts Construction or engineering background Professional qualification Current Water Hygiene card holder Familiar with contract management software such as CEMAR & Aconex Package includes: A competitive salary, car/car allowance (level dependent) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Insurance Private Medical Insurance and many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc. Key Words: Planning Engineer Planner Project Planner Senior Planner Senior Planning Engineer Senior Project Planner Construction Project Programmes P6 Programmes Project Delivery Project Plans Water Industry Water Sector Water Treatment Clean Water Sewage Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Highways Power Energy Nuclear Energy from Waste Rail Infrastructure Primavera P6 Southern Water Thames Water Veolia Affinity Water AMP 7 AMP 8 NEC

Position: Senior Planner Location: Christchurch with hybrid working available Salary: 65-75k (Neg DOE), car/allowance and excellent benefits package Rate: (Apply online only) per day (Neg DOE, inside IR35). 12 months + duration Our Client: Is an integrated design and build solution provider operating in the water sector. They have over 1,000 staff working across eight regional centres, primarily supporting eight long term water sector frameworks operating both on their own and increasingly in joint ventures and alliances. The Project: A water treatment works near Christchurch is undergoing a major 85m upgrade. This involves implementing advanced modular ceramic membrane technology and ozone dosing to provide a cleaner, more efficient, and reliable drinking water supply for the region. The upgrade uses a Design for Modular Assembly (DfMA) approach, with 70 modular units being fabricated and tested off-site before being delivered to the site for installation. The modular approach is expected to deliver the project at twice the speed of traditional methods. The Role: You will provide services to ensure that project plans have achievable timescales and are accurately monitored and updated. Reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager, your responsibility is to assist other members of the project teams to develop, monitor, progress & report on tender & contractual programmes. This includes ensuring that both the operational & commercial members of the team are always briefed on the critical activities & risks of their projects. Work closely with the commercial department to monitor costs, take ownership of several project plans, drive the project team to deliver to the plan & challenge any delay & deviation. Lead, coach & guide junior Planners, you'll be viewed as an approachable planning expert who is keen to pass on experience & knowledge to develop others & drive performance improvement. Responsibilities: Work with the estimating team to prepare programmes from tender documentation, ensuring that they are compliant & realistic Prepare programmes in accordance with contract requirements, update them & submit them for acceptance as contractually required Assist with the delivery of collaborative planning workshops Lead the development of Construction phase 4D Planning Maintain a baseline programme & measure progress against it Liaise with project teams to ensure consistency of key assumptions on methodology & outputs Identify opportunity & key risks during the planning process Gather, collate & distribute progress information & the reasons for deviations/delays Monitor & analyse changes to scope & revise programmes accordingly. Attend progress/project meetings & present programmes for review. Attend site meetings to gather progress information Report programme issues to the Senior Planning Manager & site management team Distribute regular look ahead programmes Ensure an as-built programme is available at project closedown Maintain knowledge of site processes & costs Record the effects of changes on site & the effects on the contract programme Assist with the monthly progress report in line with customer requirements Build & maintain relationships with the Senior Planning Manager, Project Manager, Commercial team & client representatives Assist with the administration of Primavera P6 planning software Deliver planning software training to new users when required Experience: Essential Experience in planning of civil, M&E projects Knowledge of current HSE practices & CSCS card holder Experience of working with NEC3/4 contracts Competent in the use of Microsoft software & application Proficient in use of Primavera P6 planning software Excellent communication skills Ability to identify risks & opportunities Able to work in a fast-paced environment Comfortable working to tight deadlines Able to focus on deliverables A proactive attitude Ability to identify & solve problems Able to manage own workload to meet deadlines Desirable Water Industry experience Site based engineering background Professional qualification Current Water Hygiene card holder Familiar with contract management software such as CEMAR & Aconnex Package includes: A competitive salary, car/car allowance (level dependent) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Insurance Private Medical Insurance and many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, kids pass etc. Key Words: Planning Engineer Planner Project Planner Senior Planner Senior Planning Engineer Senior Project Planner Construction Project Programmes P6 Programmes Project Delivery Project Plans Water Industry Water Sector Water Treatment Clean Water Sewage Wastewater Waste Water Utilities Highways Power Energy Nuclear Energy from Waste Rail Infrastructure Primavera P6 Southern Water Thames Water Veolia AMP 7 AMP 8 NEC

Our Tier 1 Water contractor client is seeking a Senior Planner with an engineering background to join their Hampton team in West London on a permanent basis. The client is looking to strengthen their Planning team with a Senior Planner for the Thames Water region. You will provide services to ensure that project plans have achievable timescales and are accurately monitored and updated. As new Senior Planner, you'll take ownership of the project plan, drive the project team to deliver to the plan and challenge any delay and deviation. Leading, coaching and guiding a small team of more junior Planners, you'll be viewed as an approachable Planning expert who is keen to pass on experience and knowledge to develop others and drive outperformance amongst the team. Responsibilities Collaborate effectively to develop and maintain comprehensive, detailed project plans covering the full project lifecycle. Ensure project plans accurately capture the complete project scope, with resources appropriately considered and allocated as needed. Lead collaborative planning workshops. Proactively identify opportunities and risks within the project plan, monitoring the critical path and key milestones, and providing advice to the delivery team on potential adjustments. Review and challenge supply chain programs, ensuring their integration and alignment with the main project plan. Uphold planning standards and comply with the client planning procedures. Implementation of all necessary project and activity codes. Management and tracking of project baselines. Preparation of detailed program narratives for submission to clients. Regular quality and integrity checks on schedules. Provide mentorship and guidance to Planners and Graduate Planning Engineers throughout the region. Developing detailed claims programmes and implementing any contractual changes to the programme. Contribute to the quality of planning performance across the region including reviews and reporting. Interrogate drawings to implement an efficient planning service to the business. Skills/experience/qualifications Our client are seeking an experienced planner with a strong track record in delivering complex infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional planning skills, a solution-focused mindset, a flexible approach to change and a passion for belonging to a high-performing, engaged team. Expert in use of Primavera P6 planning software Experience in planning of civil and/or M&E construction projects Competent in the use of Microsoft software & applications Knowledge of current Health, Safety & Environment practices Excellent communication skills Ability to identify risks & opportunities Able to work in a fast-paced environment Comfortable working to tight deadlines Able to focus on deliverables A proactive attitude Ability to identify & solve problems Able to manage own workload to meet deadlines Water Industry experience Experience of working with NEC3/4 contracts Construction or engineering background Professional qualification Current Water Hygiene card holder Familiar with contract management software such as CEMAR & Aconex Benefits Circa 75k per annum Hybrid Working (2/3 office days) Car / car allowance (job needs dependent) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) Contribution Pension scheme Life Assurance Health Insurance Private Medical Insurance

We have a great opportunity for Town Planners at all levels to join a well-established Planning Team in the Bristol office of a National business. You would be working on town planning projects in a range of sectors. We are looking for candidates with a minimum 2 years experience with a suitable RTPI degree, are Chartered or are working towards Chartership. In exchange our client is offering fantastic benefits, Hybrid working and competitive salaries.

Due to continued growth, an experienced Senior Estimator is required to join a well-established civil engineering contractor working on a range of infrastructure projects, including a key project based in Peterhead. This is a great opportunity for a commercially strong estimator to take ownership of the tendering function and play a key role in securing and shaping future work. The Role You will lead the estimating process across multiple civil engineering tenders, producing accurate, competitive, and commercially sound submissions. Working closely with operational, commercial, and planning teams, you will manage the full tender lifecycle from initial enquiry through to submission, ensuring all risks, methodology, programme, and commercial considerations are fully captured. Key Responsibilities Lead preparation of detailed estimates for civil engineering tenders Review ITT documentation, drawings, specs, and contract conditions (NEC included) Carry out take-offs and build rates for labour, plant, materials, and subcontract packages Obtain and analyse supplier and subcontractor quotations Develop tender assumptions, clarifications, and exclusions Work with planners to align methodology and programme with pricing Identify commercial risks and opportunities within bids Support bid strategy and value engineering proposals Lead estimating handovers to project delivery teams Maintain cost databases and benchmarking data Support and mentor junior members of the estimating team Present estimates and key risk profiles to senior management About You Proven experience in civil engineering estimating (earthworks, drainage, highways, utilities, structures) Strong ability to build estimates from first principles Good understanding of NEC contracts and UK construction procurement Comfortable managing multiple tenders under tight deadlines Strong communication and commercial awareness High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel Full UK driving licence Desirable HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar Experience with estimating software (Causeway, Candy, CostX, Bluebeam etc.) Professional membership (ICE, CIOB, RICS) What's on Offer Competitive salary Key role on major infrastructure and civils projects, including work in Peterhead Strong career progression within a growing contractor Support for professional development and training Collaborative, safety-focused working environment

Town Planner Location: Cardiff (Hybrid Working) Sector: Planning & Urban Design Consultancy We are working on behalf of a progressive, design-led planning and urban design consultancy to recruit a Town Planner for their growing Cardiff team . This practice is known for its collaborative culture, strong design ethos and involvement in high-quality projects across Wales and the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who is looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive consultancy environment that genuinely values creativity, professional development and work-life balance. The Role You will play an active role in the delivery of a varied workload, supporting and leading on planning applications from early-stage feasibility through to determination. Projects span residential, mixed-use, regeneration and placemaking-led developments. Key responsibilities include: Managing and contributing to planning applications and pre-applications Preparing Planning Statements, supporting documents and policy appraisals Undertaking site appraisals and development feasibility work Liaising with local planning authorities, clients and multidisciplinary consultant teams Supporting junior team members where appropriate About You The successful candidate is likely to have: Experience working in town planning , ideally within consultancy or local authority A strong understanding of the Welsh planning system A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Progress towards, or membership of, MRTPI (preferred but not essential) Strong written, analytical and interpersonal skills What's on Offer The opportunity to work on design-led, meaningful projects A collaborative, non-corporate culture with real autonomy Hybrid working and a Cardiff-based office environment Clear progression, mentoring and support toward chartership Competitive salary and benefits, dependent on experience This role would suit a planner seeking a consultancy that combines good design, thoughtful planning and a positive team culture .

Boyd Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading Mechanical & Electrical contractor to recruit a Junior Project Planner based in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to develop a career in project planning within a supportive and fast-paced environment. The Role As a Junior Project Planner, you will support the planning team in delivering high-quality project schedules across a range of engineering and construction projects. You will gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced planners and project managers, contributing to the successful delivery of complex projects. Key Responsibilities Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules Monitor project progress and update plans accordingly Support the analysis of project performance and reporting Work closely with project teams to gather data and track milestones Identify potential risks and delays, proposing mitigation strategies Ensure planning processes align with company and industry standards Requirements Degree or HND in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline Strong analytical and organisational skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel in particular) Familiarity with planning software (e.g., ASTA or MS Project) Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude Ability to work both independently and as part of a team What s on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Structured training and career development opportunities Exposure to high-profile projects Supportive and collaborative working environment If you are looking to take the first step in your project planning career, apply today with Boyd Recruitment or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Our client, a leading construction company in the water sector, is seeking a motivated Junior Planner to join their team. This permanent position offers structured training and hands-on experience to help you develop into a skilled Construction Planner. You will work alongside experienced senior Planners, gaining expertise in construction planning, programming, preliminaries, and methodology for projects at various stages, including prequalification, tender, and contract phases. Key Responsibilities: Contribute planning and programming expertise to prequalification and bid processes, including development of construction methodologies Assist in preparing tender programmes, programme narratives, phasing drawings, and other supporting documentation Collaborate closely with Preconstruction Managers, Estimators, Designers, Temporary Works Engineers, and specialist subcontractors Create and deliver compelling presentation materials using PowerPoint or similar tools Assist with developing detailed construction, design, and procurement programmes at contract award stage Provide ongoing support to site teams by reviewing progress, updating programmes, and generating reports Understand and support Business Continuity Planning, ensuring team awareness and communication of continuity strategies Issue Contractual Programmes and supporting commentary to clients using specific programme management portals Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Interest in civil engineering or general construction, particularly in the Water sector Experience in civil engineering construction, especially wastewater and water treatment projects Site experience across a range of projects and construction techniques Exposure to Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) practices Full UK driving licence required due to potential travel Experience with project management software such as Primavera P6 is desirable Familiarity with the NEC contracts Ability to track and reschedule monthly reports and programmes using planning software CSCS Card What we can offer you: 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday) Private medical insurance Life Assurance Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8% 2 days volunteering opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Professional membership fees Flexible Benefits scheme, including the opportunity to purchase critical illness insurance, dental insurance, travel insurance, cycle to work scheme, and more If you are passionate about civil engineering and keen to develop your career as a Junior Planner in the water sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and supportive team.

TRANSPORT PLANNER Location: Portsmouth Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 Benefits: Vitality healthcare salary sacrifice scheme for annual leave 24 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing with service Bonus of 10% if targets are achieved Overage bonus Bike to work scheme working from home 2 days a week if desired flexible working hours around core hours of 10 - 4 parking on site Qualifications, Skills & Experience required for the role of Transport Planner - Degree level qualification or equivalent - At least 2 years transport planning experience, ideally exploring membership at a professional organisation - Working knowledge of relevant design guidance & awareness of relevant local planning policies - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to respond efficiently to demands at a high standard - Ability to prioritise workload, work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative - Experience of working with computer based systems including Microsoft programmes - Experience using AutoCAD, TRICs and modelling software Our client is an independent Transport Planning, and Infrastructure Design Consultancy, who specialising in enhancing the built and natural environment in a positive way. They are currently looking for a Transport Planner to join the transport and infrastructure team in their Portsmouth office. They work across a range of sectors including residential, health, education, retail, energy, civils and commercial. The Position as a Transport Planner As a Transport Planner you will be involved in all streams of workflow, from the planning through to design and delivery. You will have the opportunity to contribute and manage a number of exciting complex projects where you will be advising and liaising with clients. At least 5 years of industry experience (ideally in a consultancy setting) Experience training junior members of staff Proven knowledge of national design guidance Project Management experience Experience preparing fee proposals and tenders Experience attending public consultations and appeal meetings Experience completing, reviewing, and approving technical reports and drawings Experience using modelling packages and methodologies to calculate trip generation and distribution Experience with the preparation of appeal documentation (I.E. Statement of Case and Statement of Common Ground) We receive a high number of applications on a daily basis so we can only respond to successful applications. If you do not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has not been taken forward on this occasion. We may contact you in the future about other suitable positions. Real Recruitment Solutions place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with this policy and consistently review regulations to ensure our policy is updated and relevant across all aspects of recruitment in order to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination.

Junior Planner with experience as a site or section engineer required to join our team. This is a superb opportunity to develop your planning career under the mentorship of one of the North West's most experienced Lead Planners. The successful candidate will support the development, maintenance, and monitoring of project schedules, working closely with site teams and project managers to ensure timely and efficient delivery of construction or civil engineering projects. You will gain hands-on experience in planning processes, progress reporting, risk identification, and mitigation, while building your skills in a supportive environment. Frequent site visits and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams will be part of your role, helping you to understand construction methods and project requirements in detail. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow as a planner and transition from a site engineering background into project planning. Skills: Experience in site or section engineering Basic understanding of project planning principles Ability to develop and maintain project schedules Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Risk identification and mitigation awareness Ability to work collaboratively within a team Organisational skills and attention to detail Proactive and eager to learn Ability to conduct site visits and gather progress data Willingness to be mentored by an experienced Lead Planner Software/Tools: Primavera P6 (or similar planning software) Microsoft Project

Senior Town Planner - Winchester Location: Winchester (hybrid working) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits Employer: Independent Planning Consultancy (confidential) Are you an ambitious Town Planner ready to step up, or an established Senior Town Planner seeking a new challenge within a respected and growing consultancy? We are working with a highly regarded, independent planning consultancy known for its strong reputation across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Due to continued success and expansion, they are seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their Winchester office. Why This Opportunity? This role offers the chance to: Take ownership of your own projects across a varied and interesting workload Work as part of a collaborative, knowledgeable and supportive consultancy team Gain exposure to both private and public sector clients Progress your career with clear development pathways and tailored support The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will: Manage a portfolio of planning projects from inception through to determination Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals and supporting statements Provide planning advice to clients, stakeholders and external partners Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development Support and mentor junior colleagues within the team About You We would be keen to speak with applicants who have: MRTPI status or are very close to achieving chartership Planning experience within consultancy or a relevant role in local authority Strong report writing, presentation and communication skills The ability to manage multiple projects and work confidently with clients A positive and proactive approach to delivering high-quality planning work What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working flexibility and a positive team culture Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Opportunity to work on high-quality, locally significant and diverse projects If you are a Senior Town Planner, or a Town Planner ready to take the next step, and would like to join a well-respected consultancy in Winchester, please contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) for a confidential discussion.

We are currently seeking a Site / Section Engineer to work for a major Civil Contractor who works across the UK specializing in a variety of Civil engineering sectors varying in value. The Role will be based near Birmingham on a Highways project, with a good duration with further work within the region to follow on My Client is looking for someone to join them the work on this prestigous project and in return will offer future progression and development within the industry The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working on large civils schemes, major projects background, either within heavy civils, tunnelling, earthworks, highways or rail infrastructure. Responsibilities as Section Engineer: • act as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, craftspeople and operatives within your area of responsibility. • develop safe systems of work, method statements and quality documentation; ITPs, QRPs and the like. • produce, monitor and control budgets for sections of work scope. • ensure that all materials used and work performed are in accordance with the specifications • oversee the selection and requisition of materials • manage, monitor and interpret the contract design documents • liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project • attending regular progress meetings to inform the wider team • carry out day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force, junior site engineers and the work of any subcontractors in area of responsibility • plan the work and efficiently organise the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines • oversee quality control and health and safety matters on site • prepare reports as required • resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise. Required Qualifications / Expertise: • MEng/BEng/Foundation Degree/BTEC/ Degree in Civil Engineering • CSCS About the Company/Project: The client is a well knownBuilding & Civil Engineering Contractor, established for over 50 years. Their core focus is on delivering complex infrastructure projects but also cover engineering rail, heavy civil engineering and infrastructure schemes forming the bulk of their workload

Architectural Technician Location: Southampton Salary: 29-35,000 A leading, forward-thinking architectural practice is seeking an Architectural Technician to join their team in Southampton. The team have a strong track record of working on projects for large national house builders, and have a variety of exciting projects on the horizon. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and ambitious team delivering high-quality residential developments. The role of Architectural Technician will be to: Produce accurate and detailed technical drawings for large-scale residential projects. Collaborate with designers, planners, engineers, and clients to ensure both creative and regulatory requirements are met. Ensure full compliance with UK Building Regulations and NHBC Standards. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technicians. Represent the practice in meetings with clients and project teams. The successful Architectural Technician will be: Degree or an HNC/HND in Architectural Technology Extensive experience working with major UK house builders. Strong technical knowledge and meticulous attention to detail. Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD. Thorough understanding of UK Building Regulations. Capable of managing multiple projects independently. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Benefits: Hybrid working arrangements, after probation Pension Scheme Generous annual leave allowance Friendly, inclusive and collaborative studio To apply for this role, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) . I look forward to hearing from you soon.