Job Description
FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading infrastructure and civil engineering contractor for a Senior Planner to support projects across a diverse portfolio of civils and infrastructure works.
You will play a key role within the senior planning team, developing and managing project programmes from early contractor involvement (ECI) through to completion. This includes building programmes from first principles, monitoring live projects, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Work on a diverse range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects
Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment
Senior Planner responsibilities:
Develop, manage and maintain project programmes across all stages of the project lifecycle, from tender to completion
Build robust programmes from first principles, incorporating input from internal teams, subcontractors, and clients
Monitor, update and track live project programmes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project progress
Carry out Extension of Time (EoT) / Clause 62 assessments where required
Manage and submit programmes to clients on behalf of project managers
Support tender submissions and contribute to delivery strategies using construction knowledge and methodology expertise
Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure effective planning, reporting and programme ownership
Analyse programme performance, identify risks and opportunities, and propose solutions
Ensure all programmes comply with contractual requirements and industry planning standards
Promote safe planning practices by allowing adequate time for mobilisation and safe execution of works
Support continuous improvement by capturing and sharing lessons learned
Assist in developing planning capability across the business by supporting colleagues
Senior Planner requirements:
Proven experience in a planning role within civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
Ability to develop programmes from first principles
Experience in programme monitoring, reporting, and analysis on live projects
Understanding of contract requirements, including EoT / Clause 62 assessments
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and manage competing priorities
Knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and project delivery
Commitment to health & safety, quality, and planning best practices
Flexible and proactive approach to meeting business and project deadlines
If you are looking for a fantastic Senior Planner opportunity and want to work for a leading contractor with excellent career prospects, then click on the ‘apply now’ button.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are not always able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the role. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.