Senior Highways Planner — Lead Major Construction Programs

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Suffolk is seeking a Senior Planner to join their highways construction team. The role involves developing project programmes, managing stakeholder communications, and identifying project risks. Candidates should have experience in highways projects and be proficient in Primavera P6. A competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 plus benefits is offered, along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Pension

Healthcare options

Generous holiday entitlement

Professional membership support

Career development opportunities

Agile working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within highways projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and planning software.
• Excellent communication skills necessary for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Developing and updating project programmes.
• Working with teams to ensure realistic, achievable plans.
• Identifying risks and providing solutions.

Skills

Experience in highways or civil engineering projects

Proficient in Primavera P6

Understanding of NEC contracts

Stakeholder management skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Degree in civil engineering or construction management

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Suffolk is seeking a Senior Planner to join their highways construction team. The role involves developing project programmes, managing stakeholder communications, and identifying project risks. Candidates should have experience in highways projects and be proficient in Primavera P6. A competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 plus benefits is offered, along with opportunities for career development.