Civil Engineering Planner – Northern Ireland

Wellington Professional Recruitment; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Contractor is seeking a Civil Engineering Planner to manage planning for multiple projects across the UK and Ireland. The role involves producing tender programmes, supporting the bid team, and ensuring integration of works from designers and suppliers. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Understanding of construction processes and engineering principles.
• Experience in planning civil engineering projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Primavera P6 programme for each tender.
• Support the bid team in evaluating key points on the critical path.
• Attend progress meetings and deliver presentations on the tender programme.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational abilities

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

HND/HNC or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

A leading Contractor is seeking to recruit a Civil Engineering Planner working on multiple projects across the UK and Ireland. The Civil Engineering Planner will provide planning management and support to the Pre-Contract Team. Reporting directly to the Pre-contracts Director, you will produce tender programmes compliant with ITT, Tender Sum, and Design (where appropriate), and develop assurances and methodologies in collaboration with suppliers, subcontractors, and the bid team.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Manage the Primavera P6 programme for each tender and its storage in the company's Enterprise Database.
2. Support the bid team in evaluating key points on the critical path, testing and adjusting logic to improve tender programmes or highlight concerns.
3. Produce programmes, reports, and filters as required, including deviations from the baseline programme in P6 format.
4. Attend progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders and deliver presentations on the tender programme.
5. Manage designers' and suppliers' programmes to ensure their works are integrated into the tender programme.
6. Provide technical input and advice as necessary.
7. Introduce improvements and innovations where appropriate.

Requirements for the role:

• Understanding of the construction process and engineering principles to ensure works are planned with regard for buildability.
• Experience in planning civil engineering projects during tender and delivery stages.
• Knowledge of Primavera P6 software is desirable but not essential.
• Awareness of commercial issues related to construction contracts and ability to recognize change events during the tender process.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline is preferred; HND/HNC or equivalent may be considered.
• Chartered or Incorporated member of a professional body or working towards it.

If you are interested in the Civil Engineering Planner role and wish to be considered, please apply via the provided button. We will contact you upon receipt of your application to discuss your suitability and the role specifics in more detail.

This vacancy is being advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency on behalf of our client.