Job Description

Our client is a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor delivering high-quality infrastructure, earthworks, drainage, and structural projects across the UK.

Operating across a diverse portfolio of complex civil engineering projects, the business continues to grow through repeat business, long-standing client relationships, and a commitment to delivering projects safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards.

As part of their continued expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Planner to take ownership of the planning function, supporting projects from tender stage through to successful completion.

Main Responsibilities

Develop and manage detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and Asta Powerproject to a fully compliant standard based on the contract type

Work with pre-contract team to produce tender programmes and sequencing documents

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure accurate planning and reporting

Monitor progress and performance against baseline programmes

Prepare and present planning reports, including delay analysis and mitigation strategies

Ensure compliance with NEC and JCT contract requirements

Support tender planning and bid submissions

The successful Senior Planner will have:

Degree qualified in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline (desirable)

Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within the construction or civil engineering / groundworks sector

From a Site Engineer background (desirable)

Strong experience producing and managing programmes from tender through to project completion

Advanced knowledge of P6, Asta Powerproject

Excellent Microsoft Excel skills for programme reporting and data analysis

Previous experience within civil engineering, reinforced concrete, infrastructure, or general contracting

Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

The ability to work autonomously while managing the planning function independently

Experience liaising with estimating, commercial, operational, and senior leadership teams

What's on Offer

Competitive day rate (outside IR35)

Exposure to a varied portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects

Long-term career progression within a well-established business

Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence project delivery strategy

Supportive and collaborative working environmentAbout Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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