Planning Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Greater Manchester is seeking a talented Planning Engineer to join their team. This role involves working closely with senior management on high-profile projects to ensure successful delivery through expert planning and risk analysis. The company offers a supportive environment, career growth opportunities, and a competitive salary including benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance or company car

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working week

Career growth opportunities

Training and professional development

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Planning

Scheduling

Risk Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in engineering, construction, or a related discipline

Tools

Primavera P6

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

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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 [emailprotected] or call Matt Lilburn on 01342 330 533 for further information quoting reference 70669.