Highways Senior Planner

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Suffolk is seeking a Senior Planner to join their highways construction team. The role involves developing project programmes, managing stakeholder communications, and identifying project risks. Candidates should have experience in highways projects and be proficient in Primavera P6. A competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 plus benefits is offered, along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Pension

Healthcare options

Generous holiday entitlement

Professional membership support

Career development opportunities

Agile working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within highways projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and planning software.
• Excellent communication skills necessary for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Developing and updating project programmes.
• Working with teams to ensure realistic, achievable plans.
• Identifying risks and providing solutions.

Skills

Experience in highways or civil engineering projects

Proficient in Primavera P6

Understanding of NEC contracts

Stakeholder management skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Degree in civil engineering or construction management

Job description

Senior Planner - Highways Construction

Location: Suffolk

Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + Benefits

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our highways construction team in Suffolk. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of a major highways project, providing planning expertise, leadership, and strategic oversight throughout the construction lifecycle.

What you'll be doing:
·Developing, monitoring, and updating robust project programmes in line with contract requirements
·Working closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure plans are realistic, achievable, and fully resourced
·Identifying risks, delays, and opportunities, providing accurate forecasts and solutions to keep projects on track
·Producing clear reports, progress updates, and presentations for senior stakeholders and clients
·Leading planning meetings and workshops to ensure alignment across all project teams
·Supporting tender submissions with detailed programmes, methodologies, and resourcing strategies
·Promoting a culture of collaboration, accuracy, and proactive problem-solving across the project team
About you:
·Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within highways or major civil engineering projects
·Proficient in Primavera P6 and other planning software
·Strong understanding of NEC contracts and construction methodologies
·Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
·Ability to analyse complex information, identify risks, and develop effective solutions
·A degree or professional qualification in civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline (preferred)

What we offer:
·Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 (dependent on experience)
·Competitive benefits package including pension, healthcare options, and life assurance
·Generous holiday entitlement with the option to purchase additional days
·Professional membership support and paid subscriptions
·Career development opportunities through structured training and leadership programmes
·Agile working options to support flexibility and work-life balance
·The opportunity to work on a high-profile highways project with long-term career prospects

This is a key role in shaping and delivering a flagship highways scheme in Suffolk. If you are a forward-thinking Planner ready to step up or a proven Senior Planner seeking a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.