Senior Planner

Pertemps; Coalville; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Planner to oversee planning and programming for various projects. This role offers a salary between £70,000 to £85,000 plus benefits including a car allowance and flexible working options. Ideal candidates would have strong construction knowledge, proficiency in planning software, and mentorship experience.

Benefits

26 days holiday

Private medical cover

Enhanced pension

Professional membership fees paid

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of construction techniques and sequencing required.
• Experience with tender programmes and method statements.
• Proven ability to mentor and support junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead on planning and programming across project stages.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver compelling solutions.
• Present proposals confidently to clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Construction techniques and sequencing

Planning software (Asta, Powerproject, MS Project)

Communication skills

NEC programme knowledge

Site-based experience

Education

Relevant CSCS card and safety training

Professional membership (CIOB/ICE) desirable

Tools

Asta

Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

Senior Planner – £70,000 to £85,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

Location: Coalville, East Midlands

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

What You’ll Do

• Lead on planning and programming across prequalification, tender, and live contract stages.
• Develop tender programmes, phasing drawings, and method statements to support successful bids.
• Collaborate with estimators, bid managers, designers, and subcontractors to deliver accurate and compelling solutions.
• Present proposals to clients and stakeholders with confidence.
• Support site teams with detailed construction, design, and procurement programmes.
• Update and review project progress, ensuring programmes remain accurate and compliant.
• Mentor and support junior staff where required.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong knowledge of construction techniques and sequencing.
• Proficiency in planning software such as Asta, Powerproject, or MS Project.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• NEC programme knowledge and lean planning experience.
• Site-based experience across a range of projects.
• Relevant CSCS card and safety training.
• Professional membership (CIOB/ICE) desirable.
• Experience of 4D planning and early contract involvement is a bonus.

What’s in It for You

• Salary: £70,000 – £85,000 + car allowance
• 26 days holiday (plus option to buy/sell)
• Private medical cover (with option for family)
• Enhanced pension (matched up to 8%) & life assurance
• Professional membership fees paid
• Flexible/agile working opportunities
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• Volunteering days and wellbeing support
• A wide range of lifestyle discounts, schemes, and perks

This is your chance to step into a key senior role where your expertise will directly shape project delivery and success.

Apply today and take the next step in your planning career.