Senior Planner

Monroe International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Supportive workplace culture

Job summary

Monroe International is looking for a Senior Project Planner to join their infrastructure team in London. The successful candidate will lead the planning of large, complex infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. Key responsibilities include coaching planners, stakeholder management, and collaboration across teams to drive project success. A degree in construction or engineering, along with proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Excel, is required. The position offers opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in project planning, ideally within construction or infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of planning techniques, methodologies, and tools.
• Experience interpreting contracts, tender documents, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and inspire a team of planners.
• Develop and manage project programmes to ensure delivery on time and within budget.
• Collaborate across teams to enhance planning’s impact on safety, quality, and delivery.

Skills

Project planning

Construction knowledge

Communication

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in construction, engineering, or business-related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Excel

Job description

Senior Project Planner – Infrastructure (London)

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Project Planner to join a leading infrastructure team based in London. In this role, you will support project leaders in delivering high-quality planning services, contributing to successful project outcomes while promoting knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement.

You will play a key role within the project management team, helping to deliver large, complex infrastructure programmes efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and inspire a team of planners
• Analyse construction projects to determine the safest and most efficient delivery approach
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including supply chains and subcontractors
• Develop and manage project programmes to ensure delivery on time and within budget
• Monitor project performance through reporting, progress tracking, and site engagement
• Support decision-making by assessing impacts of changes and recommending solutions
• Collaborate across teams to enhance planning’s impact on safety, quality, and delivery
• Mentor junior planners and contribute to a culture of continuous learning

About You

• Significant experience in project planning, ideally within construction or infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of planning techniques, methodologies, and tools
• Experience interpreting contracts, tender documents, and specifications
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and MS Excel
• Understanding of NEC contracts and project lifecycle processes
• Experience working on projects typically valued at £20m+
• Ability to build trust, influence teams, and communicate effectively
• Calm, adaptable, and solutions-focused in a fast-changing environment

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or postgraduate qualification (or equivalent) in construction, engineering, or a business-related field
• Experience in infrastructure projects within live operational environments (desirable)
• Knowledge of quantity take-offs, statistical analysis, and reporting
• Understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning processes

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex infrastructure projects
• Collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
• Clear progression and long-term career development opportunities
• Exposure to innovative, digitally-driven project delivery approaches
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture