Senior Construction Planner

Cobalt Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in London is seeking a Senior Construction Planner to create and maintain construction programmes for significant infrastructure projects. This role requires proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, along with a degree in a relevant field. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a passion for sustainability and innovation in construction. The position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Commitment to sustainability and inclusion

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of modern construction methods.
• Strong knowledge of planning and scheduling methodologies.
• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes.
• Produce construction phasing diagrams and time-location charts.
• Prepare clear planning reports detailing project timelines and risks.
• Contribute to internal and external presentations.
• Support integration of planning strategies with sustainability goals.
• Promote emerging digital tools for construction visualisation.

Skills

Solid understanding of modern construction methods

Strong knowledge of planning and scheduling methodologies

Proficient in using Primavera P6

Proficient in using Microsoft Project

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title - Construction Planner
Location: London
Sector: Infrastructure & Buildings

Salary - Up to £75,000 plus an excellent benefits package

The Role

As a Senior Construction Planner, you will be instrumental in developing robust and realistic construction programmes for a wide variety of complex projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary design and project management teams to provide planning insight and strategic guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes using software such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Produce construction phasing diagrams, time-location charts, and other visual tools to effectively communicate sequencing and logistics.
• Prepare clear, concise planning reports that explain project timelines, risks, opportunities, and key assumptions.
• Contribute to internal and external presentations, explaining complex planning concepts in an accessible way to clients and stakeholders.
• Support the integration of planning strategies with sustainability goals, including reducing carbon footprint and environmental impact.
• Promote the use of emerging digital tools, such as 4D planning, to enhance visualisation and communication of construction sequences.
• Collaborate with fellow planners, designers, and project managers to strengthen the planning capability across the business.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and technically strong individual with a passion for shaping how major projects are delivered.

Essential Requirements

• Solid understanding of modern construction methods, logistics, and constructability.
• Strong knowledge of planning and scheduling methodologies.
• Proficient in using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g., Construction Management, Civil Engineering).
• Strong interest in the future of construction - particularly in relation to sustainability and digital innovation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to foster positive working relationships across disciplines.

Why Apply?

• Work on some of the UK's most impactful infrastructure and building projects.
• Join a progressive, values-driven organisation with a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and inclusion.
• Enjoy a collaborative environment that values personal growth, flexibility, and professional development.