Location: Nottingham / Midlands
Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
Type: Permanent (39 Hours - Hybrid Working)
The Opportunity
We’re working with a growing Midlands-based project controls and planning consultancy that is looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join the team.
The business works across major infrastructure and construction projects, with a growing portfolio within the UK water sector.
This is an opportunity for a Senior Planner who wants to do more than simply maintain programmes. You’ll work closely with clients and experienced professionals across planning, project controls, contracts, claims and commercial environments.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for providing high-quality planning support across major projects, taking ownership of programmes and helping clients understand project performance.
You’ll be involved in:
Developing and managing complex project programmes
Programme analysis and reporting
Identifying risks, delays and opportunities
Working closely with project teams and stakeholders
Change management
Schedule analysis
Supporting delay and claims analysis
Working within NEC contract environments
Providing planning and project controls support
Communicating programme issues and recommendations to clients
About You
We’re looking for someone with strong experience in planning/project controls who is confident working independently and dealing directly with clients.
You’ll ideally have:
Significant experience as a Planner / Senior Planner
Experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering or utilities
Strong P6 / Primavera experience
Experience managing complex programmes
Strong stakeholder-management skills
Experience with programme analysis and reporting
A commercially aware approach
Good understanding of NEC contracts
Experience around change, delay or claims
The confidence to challenge, communicate and take ownership
Experience within the water sector or major infrastructure would be useful.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This isn’t simply a role focused on maintaining programmes.
The consultancy is looking for someone who can understand the wider project, identify issues, communicate with stakeholders and add value to clients.
You’ll work alongside experienced professionals with backgrounds in planning, project controls, contracts and claims, giving you the opportunity to broaden your technical and commercial experience.
The business is continuing to grow, with further work secured across the UK water sector, providing genuine long-term opportunities for the right person.
If you’re an experienced Senior Planner and would be interested in finding out more, please get in touch:
Email:
Phone: (phone number removed)
Salary description
£55000.00 - £70000.00 per year