Planning Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Greater Manchester seeks a talented Planning Engineer to drive project success across the UK. This role involves scheduling, risk analysis, and collaboration with senior management and clients. Join a team offering career growth, training, and a supportive environment, with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Annual car allowance or company car

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working week

Professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer in construction or infrastructure.
• Strong proficiency in planning software like Primavera P6.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules for complex projects.
• Provide critical path analysis and resource forecasting.
• Liaise with clients and contractors to ensure project success.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in engineering, construction, or related discipline

Tools

Primavera P6

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

Salary: £60-75,000 + car allowance + package

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planning Engineer to join a fast growing, forward-thinking construction consultancy based in Greater Manchester. They are known for delivering high-profile projects across the UK, offering strategic planning, project controls, and expert consultancy services to a range of clients in the construction and infrastructure sectors. As they continue to expand, they are seeking a talented and ambitious Planning Engineer to join their team.

As a Planning Engineer, you will work closely with the senior management team and key clients on major projects across the UK. Your role will be instrumental in shaping project success, providing expert planning, scheduling, and risk analysis to ensure smooth project delivery.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and passionate Planning Engineer to make an impact in a thriving consultancy. They offer a collaborative and supportive team environment, career growth opportunities, training and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for complex construction and infrastructure projects.
• Provide critical path analysis, scenario planning, and resource forecasting.
• Liaise directly with clients, contractors, and internal teams to drive project success.
• Utilise industry-leading planning software such as Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, or MS Project.
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Support and mentor junior planning engineers, contributing to a high-performing team environment.

Candidate

• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer within the construction or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and other planning software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• A proactive mindset with a keen eye for detail.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, construction, or a related discipline

Offer

• Salary £60-75,000 per annum
• Annual car allowance or company car.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible working week – 2/3 days remote and remainder based at office / site
• Plus other great benefits

If you are looking for a new career challenge and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV to [e-mail] or call Matt Lilburn on 01342 330 533 for further information quoting reference 70669.

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Created on 26/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom