Project Planner (Civil Engineering)

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Planner to join their dynamic team. This role involves developing and managing project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with project goals. You will work closely with project teams and stakeholders to monitor progress, identify delays, and implement solutions. With a focus on civil engineering projects in water, environment, and power sectors, this position offers excellent career development opportunities and the chance to contribute to impactful projects. Join a supportive environment where your expertise will make a significant difference.

Benefits

Car provision or allowance

Bi-annual bonus payments

Excellent pension scheme

Healthcare

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Planner in heavy civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of project sequencing and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Project Planning

Primavera P6

Civil Engineering Processes

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Qualifications in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description

About the Client: Our client is a leading principal civil engineering contractor, renowned for delivering large-scale infrastructure projects within the water, environment, and power sectors. They specialize in providing innovative solutions for complex civil engineering challenges and are committed to delivering high-quality projects for a diverse range of clients. Due to their ongoing expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Project Planner to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 (P6), ensuring all project activities are aligned with agreed timelines and project goals.
2. Work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to monitor project progress, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
3. Produce detailed project reports, tracking key milestones, critical paths, and any schedule deviations, providing actionable insights to the project team and senior management.
4. Collaborate with the project manager to evaluate project risks and opportunities and contribute to the development of risk management strategies.
5. Ensure the accurate tracking of project progress, with regular updates to ensure that key deadlines and objectives are met.
6. Provide support in the procurement process and ensure timely delivery of materials, resources, and services to meet project timelines.
7. Analyze project schedule deviations and evaluate their impact on overall project timelines, recommending mitigation strategies to avoid delays.
8. Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental standards throughout the planning process.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience as a Project Planner within the heavy civil engineering sector, particularly in projects related to water, environment, or power infrastructure.
2. Strong experience using Primavera P6 (P6) for project scheduling and management.
3. A deep understanding of civil engineering processes, project sequencing, and resource management.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
5. Strong problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
6. Relevant qualifications in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
7. Knowledge of industry standards and best practices within the water, environment, or power sectors.

On offer:

1. Competitive salary (note that the listed salary banding is a guidance, and individuals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis depending on experience).
2. Benefits package including car provision or allowance, bi-annual bonus payments, excellent pension scheme, healthcare.
3. Excellent career development opportunities with a leading principal contractor.
4. The chance to work on high-profile, impactful projects within busy sectors.
5. A dynamic, supportive, and collaborative work environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well-established principal civil engineering contractor working on industry-leading projects.

If you are a motivated and experienced Project Planner, we’d love to hear from you. Please use Tom Graham as contact for applications.