Planner / Senior Planner

The Role

As a key member of the planning function, you will lead project planning and controls for either a major infrastructure project or a portfolio of smaller schemes. You'll play an essential role in supporting senior project and programme managers in delivering successful outcomes, while also mentoring junior team members and driving best practice across the business.

• Lead planning and controls for designated projects
• Act as the technical planning expert, ensuring consistent application of tools, templates, and procedures
• Develop and maintain project schedules aligned with internal standards and methodologies
• Collaborate with project, commercial, finance, and site teams to ensure integrated, cost- and resource-loaded plans
• Work closely with clients to deliver effective and efficient planning solutions
• Conduct critical path analysis, risk assessment, and scenario modelling for changes
• Provide regular project performance reporting (KPI, earned value, delay analysis, etc.)
• Champion continuous improvement and best practice in planning and project controls

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent experience
• Proven track record in planning major infrastructure projects, ideally within rail
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera (P6) and other planning tools like MS Project
• Analytical, self-motivated, and solutions-focused approach

Desirable:

• Technical/engineering/business background with an understanding of railway signalling
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2)
• Experience leading planning teams on large-scale infrastructure initiatives

Ready to lead the way in project planning for innovative rail solutions? Apply today and be part of something transformational.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.