Location: Peterborough
Rate: £350–£450 per day
Start Date: April 2026
Duration: Ongoing (initial contract to October 2026)
Red Sky Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering long-term works across the Anglian Water framework. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planner to join a well-established programme of infrastructure projects with secured workload and long-term visibility.
This contractor is known for its structured delivery model, strong client relationships and consistent pipeline across the utilities and infrastructure sectors.
The Role
As Planner, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of multiple projects across the framework, ensuring programmes are realistic, achievable and aligned with project objectives.
You’ll work closely with operational and commercial teams, providing planning support from project inception through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, maintain and update detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and/or MSP
Work closely with Project Managers and site teams to ensure accurate sequencing and planning of works
Monitor progress against programme, identifying risks, delays and opportunities
Produce short-term and long-term programmes, including lookaheads
Support tender planning where required
Analyse programme performance and provide regular reporting to stakeholders
Liaise with commercial teams to align programme with cost and resource planning
Contribute to planning strategy across multiple live projects within the framework
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience as a Planner within civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project (MSP)
Good understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and project delivery
Experience working within utilities or water frameworks (highly desirable)
Ability to manage multiple programmes and priorities simultaneously
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage site and senior stakeholders
Why Apply?
Long-term freelance opportunity on a secured Anglian Water framework
Join a contractor with a consistent pipeline of work and strong client relationships
Opportunity to work across multiple projects, adding variety and exposure
Well-structured teams with clear processes and support from experienced delivery staff
Competitive day rate and potential for contract extension
Salary description
£350.00 - £450.00 per day