Planner

Nicholas Associates Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering company in Birmingham is looking for an experienced Planner to join their team specializing in groundwork and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in planning within the construction sector, with proven experience under NEC and JCT contracts. Responsibilities include developing project programmes using Primavera P6 and Asta Powerproject, producing tender documents, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. Competitive salary and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Career development and training opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in groundwork and civil engineering planning.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC and JCT forms of contract.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and Asta Powerproject.
• Produce tender programmes and sequencing documents.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams.
• Track progress against baseline programmes and provide updates.
• Prepare and present planning reports, including delay analysis.
• Support tender planning and bid submissions.
• Ensure compliance with NEC and JCT contract requirements.

Skills

Groundwork and civil engineering planning

NEC and JCT contracts knowledge

Primavera P6 proficiency

Asta Powerproject proficiency

Communication and stakeholder management

Teamwork and independence

Education

Degree or professional qualification in construction or engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Asta Powerproject

Job description

Posted on: 1st Dec 2025

Job Reference: JN -122025-63944_1764585779

My client is a successful and well regarded, civil engineering company, based in Birmingham. They are seeking an experienced Planner to join their dynamic civil engineering team, specialising in groundworks and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in planning within the construction sector, with proven experience working under NEC and JCT contracts.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and Asta Powerproject to a fully compliant standard based on the contract type.
• Produce tender programmes and sequencing documents in collaboration with the pre-contract team.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure accurate planning and reporting.
• Track progress against baseline programmes, identifying variances and providing updates.
• Prepare and present planning reports, including delay analysis and mitigation strategies.
• Support tender planning and bid submissions.
• Ensure full compliance with NEC and JCT contract requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in groundwork and civil engineering planning.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC and JCT forms of contract.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Asta Powerproject.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Degree or professional qualification in construction or engineering (preferred).

What is on offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Job type

Full-time or Contract

Working hours

07:30 - 17:00

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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For more information on this vacancy please contact us on 07856924462.