Lead Planning Engineer

Infraspec; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in project controls is seeking a Lead Planning Engineer for a flagship rail infrastructure project in Milton Keynes. This role involves shaping schedules, leading teams, and ensuring project success through innovative planning and integration of activities. The position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive package reflective of experience.

Benefits

Car allowance

Full benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Planning Engineer in rail or infrastructure.
• Expertise in Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Shape and control the schedule of a major rail infrastructure build.
• Conduct delay analyses and craft robust mitigation strategies.
• Deliver Earned Value Management reporting and planning.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Infraspec Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

Infraspec Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

This range is provided by Infraspec. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting, Strategy/Planning, and Engineering

• Industries

  Rail Transportation, Civil Engineering, and Construction

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