Senior Construction Planner: Multi-Disciplined NEC Expert

Holt Recruitment Group Limited; The Grove; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to manage multi-discipline projects. This role focuses on developing construction programmes, leading schedule reviews, and ensuring effective stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate will have strong NEC contract experience and knowledge of planning tools like Primavera P6. The position offers a salary starting from £55,000 and hybrid working options, along with comprehensive benefits including private medical cover and 25 days of holiday.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Life insurance

Pension

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of NEC contracts and compensation events.
• A background in multi-discipline construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing construction programmes using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Leading programme meetings with internal teams, clients and subcontractors.
• Tracking progress and preparing clear, concise reports.
• Identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies.

Skills

Strong planning/programme management experience in construction

Ability to read and convert technical drawings into workable programmes

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering / Construction

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Asta Powerproject

Job description

A specialist engineering contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to manage multi-discipline projects. This role focuses on developing construction programmes, leading schedule reviews, and ensuring effective stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate will have strong NEC contract experience and knowledge of planning tools like Primavera P6. The position offers a salary starting from £55,000 and hybrid working options, along with comprehensive benefits including private medical cover and 25 days of holiday.