Project Planner

Conrad Consulting Ltd; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Conrad Consulting Ltd is seeking an experienced P6 Planner to support major civil engineering and rail programmes. You will develop and maintain detailed schedules from pre-construction through completion, coordinating with project managers, commercial teams and site operations.

The role demands strong Primavera P6 capabilities, a track record across complex civil/infrastructure projects, and familiarity with NEC/JCT contracts to manage delays, changes and recoveries.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Planner/Senior Planner in civil engineering, infrastructure or rail.
• Strong Primavera P6 experience essential.
• Experience managing multiple projects and programmes concurrently.
• Good understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts.
• Knowledge of delay, change and programme impact.
• Collaborates with Project Managers, Commercial teams and site operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and maintain detailed programmes using Primavera P6.
• Produce and update baseline, target and live project programmes.
• Manage programmes across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Liaise with Project Managers, Commercial Managers and site teams.
• Monitor progress, identify delays and risks.
• Provide regular programme updates and management information.
• Analyse performance and develop mitigation/recovery plans.
• Support forecasts, resources and key milestones.
• Assist with extension of time, delay and change management.
• Contribute programme input into tenders and pre-construction activities.
• Ensure alignment with contractual obligations.

Skills

Primavera P6

Civil engineering

Rail projects

Multiple projects management

NEC/JCT contracts

Stakeholder management

Analytical/problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PACS

Site Live

Job description

P6 Planner - Civils & Rail

Salary: £70,000 - £100,000 + package
Sector: Civil Engineering & Rail
Contract Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

An established and growing civil engineering business is looking to appoint an experienced P6 Planner to support the successful delivery of multiple major civils and rail projects.

This is a key position within the project delivery team, working closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams and site operations to develop, maintain and monitor detailed programmes from pre-construction through to completion.

The successful candidate will have strong Primavera P6 experience, with experience across complex civil engineering, infrastructure or rail projects and a good understanding of NEC and JCT contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and maintain detailed programmes using Primavera P6.

• Produce and update baseline, target and live project programmes.

• Manage programmes across multiple projects simultaneously.

• Liaise closely with Project Managers, Commercial Managers, Site Teams and clients.

• Monitor progress against programme and identify potential delays and areas of risk.

• Produce regular programme updates, progress reports and management information.

• Analyse programme performance and develop mitigation and recovery plans.

• Support project forecasts, resource requirements and key project milestones.

• Assist with extension of time, delay and change management activities.

• Provide programme input into tenders and pre-construction activities.

• Ensure programme requirements are aligned with contractual obligations.

• Attend progress meetings and provide clear programme updates to internal and external stakeholders.

• Work closely with site teams to ensure programme information accurately reflects progress on site.

About You

• Proven experience as a Planner / Senior Planner within civil engineering, infrastructure or rail.

• Strong Primavera P6 experience is essential.

• Experience managing multiple projects and programmes simultaneously.

• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, resources and project delivery.

• Experience working under NEC and/or JCT contracts.

• Good understanding of delay, change and programme impact.

• Experience working closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams and site operations.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience with PACS or Site Live would be advantageous.

• Civil engineering, infrastructure or rail experience is highly desirable.

What's on Offer

• £70,000 - £100,000 salary, dependent on experience.

• Competitive benefits and package.

• Opportunity to work across a range of major civils and rail projects.

• Exposure to complex programmes and multiple live projects.

• Long-term career progression within an established business.

• Opportunity to work alongside experienced project, commercial and operational teams.