Freelance Civil Planner – Major Infrastructure Projects

Kenton Black Limited; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Freelance Planner to work on a major civil engineering project in Suffolk. The role is site-based, on an ongoing contract, Outside IR35 and is ideal for an experienced planner moving from engineering to planning.

You will lead the planning and programming function, develop and maintain robust construction programmes, and collaborate with project, engineering and commercial teams to support on-site delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong civil engineering background essential.
• Experience as Planner or Senior Planner in civil projects.
• Site exposure such as Site Engineer or Site Agent preferred.
• Experience with RC works, drainage and groundworks.
• Understanding of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and programming function across the project.
• Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes.
• Regularly review the critical path and progress.
• Provide programme updates to project team and stakeholders.
• Identify risks, opportunities and delays early.
• Coordinate with engineering, commercial and client teams.
• Ensure contract programme requirements are understood.
• Carry out resource loading and leveling as needed.
• Prepare planning reports and presentations.

Skills

P6 and/or Asta Powerproject

Critical path analysis

Progress monitoring

Resource planning

Construction sequencing

NEC contracts understanding

Contracting experience

Education

Civil engineering qualification

Tools

P6

Asta Powerproject

Job description

Kenton Black Limited in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Freelance Planner to work on a major civil engineering project in Suffolk. The role is site-based, on an ongoing contract, Outside IR35 and is ideal for an experienced planner moving from engineering to planning.

You will lead the planning and programming function, develop and maintain robust construction programmes, and collaborate with project, engineering and commercial teams to support on-site delivery.