Senior Project Planner
Senior Planner - Major Infrastructure Projects Hybrid Manchester Full-Time Competitive Salary PackageAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Planner to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team working on major infrastructure projects within a long-term regional framework This hybrid role is based in Birmingham or Manchester with flexibility to work 2 3 days a week Working across complex multi-disciplinary schemes ranging in value from 7 million to 50 million you ll play a key part in the successful planning and delivery of critical civil engineering and rail infrastructure works Your responsibilities will include Developing producing and maintaining robust project programmes across multiple sites
Working closely with estimating and delivery teams to build programmes that are both commercially and operationally viableIdentifying and evaluating project risks supporting mitigation planning from a whole-project perspective
Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation internal governance and customer requirements
Building strong working relationships across teams to drive efficiency share innovation and ensure best practice
Championing continuous improvement always seeking more effective and efficient ways of working
Placing safety health and wellbeing at the core of all decision-making
Leading on environmental and sustainability considerations in planning activities
Taking an active role in community and social responsibility initiatives
What you ll bring A background in civil engineering with relevant experience in similar infrastructure disciplines (experience in rail is desirable)
Strong working knowledge of planning software such as Primavera P6 Asta Powerproject or MS Project
The ability to plan confidently from first principles
Good understanding of NEC4 contracts and their practical application in programme management
Solid knowledge of construction design and methodology
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Qualifications Experience Degree diploma or equivalent vocational qualification in Civil Engineering or a related field
Relevant planning-related training or certification
Experience with a Tier 1 civil engineering contractor is preferred
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion colour national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status