Senior Package Planner

Belcan; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm based in Reading is seeking an experienced Senior Planner with expertise in Mechanical & Electrical projects. The role involves managing delivery schedules in Primavera P6 and collaborating with internal teams to enhance project execution. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated proficiency in NEC contracts and earned value analysis, contributing to a significant project in the UK. This is a great opportunity for planners looking to make a tangible impact in defence construction.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Primavera P6 in an enterprise environment.
• Strong site-based experience on complex infrastructure projects.
• Experience with NEC contracts and earned value analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Mechanical & Electrical elements of the delivery programme.
• Interface with supply chain partners and lead schedule reviews.
• Facilitate planning workshops to mitigate schedule risks.

Skills

Primavera P6 proficiency

Site-based experience

NEC contract experience

Earned value analysis expertise

Critical path analysis skills

Job description

Overview

Belcan Workforce Solutions are seeking two experienced Mechanical & Electrical Senior Planners to support a major defence infrastructure programme. These are site-based construction delivery roles, working closely with the Head of Planning and Work Package Leads to develop and maintain detailed delivery schedules on a high-profile project.

Due to the sensitive nature of the project, aspiring candidates must meet eligibility criteria for UK Security Clearance.

As a Senior Planner, you will be responsible for managing all planning and scheduling activities within Primavera P6, ensuring accurate representation of the delivery programme within the Programme to Complete (P2C). You’ll act as a key adviser, supporting quality data reporting and collaborating with Programme Planners to ensure alignment across the wider programme.

We are specifically looking for Senior Planners with strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) experience, capable of integrating complex infrastructure and plant work packages, and driving schedule performance through earned value analysis and critical path interrogation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) elements of the delivery Programme using P6
• Interface with supply chain partners and lead schedule reviews
• Facilitate planning workshops to mitigate schedule risks
• Ensure compliance with NEC contractual mechanisms and Programme for Acceptance processes
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve delivery logic and sequencing

Requirements

• Proficient in Primavera P6 (Enterprise environment)
• Strong site-based experience on complex infrastructure projects
• NEC contract experience and earned value analysis expertise
• Skilled in critical path analysis, float erosion, and schedule interrogation
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and drawings

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant programme. If you’re a Senior Planner ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Strategy/Planning and Engineering

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