Project Planner in Manchester

Energy Jobline ZR; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking a Senior Project Planner for a contract opportunity in Manchester. The role involves optimizing project schedules and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance with NEC contracts. Candidates should have expertise in Primavera P6 and significant experience in infrastructure projects. This position offers competitive rates and a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility between onsite and remote work.

Benefits

Competitive contract rates

Opportunity to work on landmark infrastructure projects

Career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Planner within major infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Expertise in Primavera P6 and project controls.
• Demonstrable background in client-side planning roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and optimise detailed project schedules.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify risks.
• Track and report on project progress.

Skills

Project scheduling

Risk management

Client-side planning

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description

Contract Opportunity: Senior Project Planner – Manchester

Start Date: Immediate | Contract – Hybrid Working (3 days on-site in Manchester)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and optimise detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Track and report on project progress, ensuring delivery timelines and milestones are met.
• Ensure full compliance with NEC contract requirements and maintain accurate documentation.
• Engage professionally with clients, contractors and stakeholders to support delivery excellence.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Senior Planner within major infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Demonstrable background in client-side planning roles.
• Expertise in Primavera P6 and project controls.
• Experience within tunnelling, earthworks or large-scale construction highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication, organisation and analytical skills.

Location & Working Pattern

• Manchester City Centre based
• 3 days onsite / 2 days remote (hybrid flexibility)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive contract rates
• Opportunity to work on a landmark UK infrastructure project
• Career development within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment
• Immediate start available

Next Steps

If you are a Senior Project Planner ready to take on your next challenge, please apply with your CV or reach out for further details.