Planning Coordinator

OCU; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility engineering contractor in Ruislip is seeking an experienced Planning Coordinator to support major infrastructure projects. You will manage permit coordination, programme planning, and liaise with local authorities. The ideal candidate has strong MS Office skills, experience with streetworks permits, and NRSWA knowledge. Join a dynamic team committed to shaping the future of UK infrastructure. We value growth and diversity in our workplace.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience managing streetworks permits.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Management team on major infrastructure projects.
• Build programmes of work with Project Managers.
• Liaise with local authorities for permit compliance.

Skills

MS Office skills

Streetworks permit management

NRSWA understanding

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

Street Manager

Job description

Planning Coordinator Power Division (Office-Based Ruislip)

Location: Ruislip

Employment Type: Full-time PAYE

We’re growing and looking for an experienced Planning Coordinator with street works experience to join our Power Division in Ruislip.

In this role you’ll support our Project Management team on major infrastructure projects, taking ownership of programme planning, permit coordination and ensuring our works run smoothly and compliantly. If you’re organised, proactive and confident working in a fast‑moving environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Working with Project Managers to build programmes of work, plotting activity via KMZ drawings
• Keeping planning schedules updated and accurate
• Submitting and managing permits via the OCU Streetworks team
• Liaising with local authorities to ensure full compliance with permit requirements
• Organising bus stop and parking bay suspensions where needed
• Booking Traffic Management in line with permit stipulations
• Updating SharePoint, issuing permit start/stop details and submitting R1s based on reinstatement updates
• Attending project team progress meetings

Daily Responsibilities

• Amending and updating live programmes of work
• Maintaining trackers and adding activity to the civil schedule
• Receiving site updates to confirm completion and readiness for reinstatement
• Liaising with civil supervisors on variations, work stoppages and R1 submissions
• Scheduling TM removal
• Ensuring utility stats are current ahead of upcoming works
• Raising purchase orders with procurement for planned works

What You’ll Bring

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Street Manager
• Proven experience managing streetworks permits
• Understanding of NRSWA requirements and permit conditions
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills
• Experience planning major works schemes is highly desirable

Why Join OCU

Founded in 1994, OCU Group is one of the UK’s fastest‑growing utility engineering contractors delivering major projects across power, water, telecoms and rail.

We’re proud of our culture—one that supports growth, recognises talent and empowers people to drive their own career progression.

We choose to succeed.

We are OCU One Company United.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to bring their true selves to work.

Ready to Apply

If you’re a detail‑driven planner who thrives in a fast‑paced delivery environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a business shaping the future of UK infrastructure.

Key Skills

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Experience: years

Vacancy: 1