Rail Planning Engineer — Hybrid, Major Rail Projects

Planning Planet

United Kingdom

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Planning Planet seeks a skilled Planning Engineer to join a growing rail team on a permanent basis. The role focuses on developing, maintaining and analysing schedules across a portfolio of rail projects, ensuring programmes are robust and delivery-focused.

Hybrid working arrangement with occasional site/office travel across the South of England and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Planning Engineer within the rail sector.
  • Strong working knowledge of planning tools (Primavera P6 preferred; MS Project also considered).
  • Solid understanding of rail construction methodologies and project lifecycles.
  • Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, update, and manage detailed project schedules for rail infrastructure works.
  • Work closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure accurate planning data.
  • Monitor progress, identify variances, and support mitigation strategies.
  • Produce clear planning reports, dashboards, and programme narratives.
  • Support risk reviews, change management, and scenario modelling.
  • Attend site visits and progress meetings as required.
  • Ensure compliance with rail industry standards and internal governance processes.

Skills

Planning
Rail sector
Primavera P6
MS Project
Analytical
Communication

Tools

Primavera P6
MS Project

Job description

Planning Planet seeks a skilled Planning Engineer to join a growing rail team on a permanent basis. The role focuses on developing, maintaining and analysing schedules across a portfolio of rail projects, ensuring programmes are robust and delivery-focused.

Hybrid working arrangement with occasional site/office travel across the South of England and opportunities for professional development.

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