Lead Planning Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in project controls seeks a Lead Planning Engineer for a flagship rail infrastructure programme in Milton Keynes. This role involves shaping project schedules, leading planning processes, and integrating design and construction activities. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or related fields, with proven experience in managing complex projects and expertise in Primavera P6.

Benefits

Car allowance

Full benefits package

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Planning Engineer in rail or infrastructure.
• Expertise in managing complex schedules.
• Ability to lead in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Shape and control the schedule of a major rail infrastructure project.
• Conduct delay analyses and craft robust mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate planning sessions and resolve cross-discipline conflicts.

Skills

Clear communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

? £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.
• 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.