Lead Planning Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in planning and project controls is seeking a Lead Planning Engineer in Milton Keynes for a major rail infrastructure project. This role involves shaping project schedules, leading cross-discipline integration, and delivering robust planning strategies in a hybrid working environment. The successful candidate will have a strong engineering background, proven expertise in planning tools, and the ability to drive project excellence.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Full Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Planning Engineer in rail, infrastructure, or related industries.
• Expertise in schedule management and Earned Value Management.
• Experience facilitating planning sessions and conducting delay analyses.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage integrated schedules using Primavera P6.
• Conduct delay analyses and develop mitigation strategies.
• Act as liaison between client teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Lead Planning Engineer

Milton Keynes | Hybrid Working

£75,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance + Full Benefits Package

Are you ready to drive planning excellence on one of the UK’s flagship rail infrastructure programmes? Our client – a powerhouse in the project controls and planning consultancy space – is looking for a Lead Planning Engineer to take the reins on a multi-million-pound scheme based out of Milton Keynes. This is your chance to lead from the front, bring innovation to the planning process, and make a real impact on the future of UK rail.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Be the Strategic Heart of the Project: Shape and control the schedule of a major rail infrastructure build.
• Work with the Best: Join a consultancy known for leading-edge planning and delivering on complex, high-profile projects.
• Hybrid Working Model: Enjoy flexibility while staying close to the project pulse.
• Top-Tier Package: Competitive salary, car allowance, and full benefits – all reflective of your experience and impact.

️ Your Mission

• Build and manage fully integrated schedules using Primavera P6 and cutting-edge tools.
• Lead the definition of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and all work packages.
• Drive the integration of design, procurement, and construction activities into one seamless project roadmap.
• Conduct delay analyses and craft robust mitigation strategies.
• Own and deliver Earned Value Management reporting and planning.
• Facilitate planning sessions and resolve cross-discipline conflicts before they become roadblocks.
• Provide proactive schedule risk assessments using tools like Primavera Risk Analysis.
• Act as the key liaison between client teams, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

What You Bring

• A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar.
• A proven track record as a Planning Engineer in rail, infrastructure, aviation, defence, civils, nuclear, or utilities.
• Expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project, and the tools that make complex schedules work in the real world.
• Clear communication, problem-solving instincts, and the ability to lead in high-pressure environments.

Ready to Lead?

If you’re passionate about precision, strategy, and delivering on the UK’s biggest engineering challenges — we want to hear from you.

Apply now, and a member of our team will be in touch to explore your future.