Location: Plymouth (site-based, full-time)
A leading Tier 1 contractor is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Project Planner to join a major infrastructure scheme in Plymouth. This is a key role within the site delivery team, supporting programme development, monitoring, and reporting on a complex live project environment.
This opportunity would suit a planner with a strong civil engineering background who has progressed from a Site Engineer, Sub Agent, or Agent-level role into planning and programme management.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project programmes using Primavera P6
Work closely with the site delivery team to monitor progress and update programme performance
Identify risks, delays, and opportunities within the programme and propose mitigation strategies
Support short-term planning and lookahead schedules
Provide programme reporting to senior project stakeholders
Assist with change management and programme impact assessments
Ensure alignment between construction activities and project milestones
Essential Requirements
Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6
Background in civil engineering delivery (e.g. Site Engineer, Sub Agent, Agent)
Experience transitioning into a planning-focused role on infrastructure or major civils projects
Ability to work collaboratively within a site-based delivery team
Strong understanding of construction sequencing and methodology
Important Location Requirement
Due to the nature of the project, this role is site-based full-time in Plymouth. Remote or hybrid working is not suitable. Relocation support is not available, so applicants should already be based within commuting distance of Devon.
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to work on a major Tier 1 infrastructure project
Long-term programme involvement
Collaborative and experienced delivery team environment
Competitive salary and benefits package
If you have a strong civil engineering delivery background and are now established in planning with Primavera expertise, we would be keen to hear from you
Salary description
£60000.00 - £75000.00 per year