Construction Planner

Holt Recruitment Group Limited; The Grove; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to manage multi-discipline projects. This role focuses on developing construction programmes, leading schedule reviews, and ensuring effective stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate will have strong NEC contract experience and knowledge of planning tools like Primavera P6. The position offers a salary starting from £55,000 and hybrid working options, along with comprehensive benefits including private medical cover and 25 days of holiday.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Life insurance

Pension

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of NEC contracts and compensation events.
• A background in multi-discipline construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing construction programmes using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Leading programme meetings with internal teams, clients and subcontractors.
• Tracking progress and preparing clear, concise reports.
• Identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies.

Skills

Strong planning/programme management experience in construction

Ability to read and convert technical drawings into workable programmes

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering / Construction

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Asta Powerproject

Job description

I’m working with a specialist engineering contractor who deliver complex, multi-discipline projects both in the UK and overseas. Due to continued growth, I’m recruiting for an experienced Construction Planner with strong NEC contract experience to support major programmes across structural, civil, architectural and MEP work packages.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Planner who enjoys owning the programme, leading schedule reviews, and working closely with delivery teams to keep projects on track. If you’re looking for a role where your planning expertise genuinely drives project success, this will suit you well.

You’ll take the lead on planning activities from bid stage through to delivery, working alongside project managers, commercial teams, design and subcontract partners. Your focus will be on building robust programmes, supporting decision-making, and ensuring all stakeholders have clear, accurate scheduling information.

Key duties include:

• Developing and managing construction programmes using Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Leading programme meetings with internal teams, clients and subcontractors
• Interpreting drawings and technical information across Architectural, Structural, Civil, MEP and specialist packages
• Tracking progress and preparing clear, concise reports
• Managing procurement schedules and supporting tender handovers
• Identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies
• Auditing and maintaining programme information to a high standardSupporting both live projects and future proposals

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Strong planning/programme management experience in construction
• Practical knowledge of NEC contracts and compensation events
• Ability to read and convert technical drawings into workable programmes
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject or MS Project
• A background in multi-discipline construction environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering / Construction (preferred)

Package & Benefits

• Salary from £55,000+ depending on experience
• 37.5-hour working week
• Hybrid working options
• Private medical cover, life insurance and pension
• 25 days holiday
• All UK and overseas travel, accommodation and subsistence fully covered
• Additional wellbeing and salary-sacrifice schemes available

This role is based in Portland, Dorset, with occasional international travel.

How to Apply

I’d love to tell you more about this role — call Ian Broadhurst on 07734406996 or drop me a message at [e-mail].