Senior Planner

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join their Leeds office. You will manage project schedules and risks, ensuring robust planning practices for infrastructure projects such as rail and highways. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and an opportunity to be part of a leading company in the sector.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a planning role within engineering or infrastructure.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Experience with infrastructure projects such as rail, highways, or water.

Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Conducting critical path and delay analysis.
• Preparing and monitoring project budgets and forecasts.
• Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities.
• Producing progress and performance reports.

Skills

Planning expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

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A global professional services firm is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join their Leeds office. With a strong presence across six continents, the company is involved in delivering high-profile infrastructure projects in sectors such as rail, water, and highways. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a market-leading organisation working on projects that make a real impact.

The Role

As a Senior Planner, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of infrastructure projects by managing schedules, identifying risks, and supporting commercial and delivery teams. You will ensure robust planning practices are in place and provide clear, data-driven insight to project stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6
• Conducting critical path and delay analysis
• Preparing and monitoring project budgets and forecasts
• Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities
• Producing regular progress and performance reports
• Engaging with internal teams and external stakeholders to support decision-making

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Demonstrable experience in a planning or senior planning role within engineering or infrastructure
• Proficiency in Primavera P6
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and risk management
• Experience working on infrastructure projects such as rail, highways, or water is highly desirable
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Why Apply?

• Be part of a global leader in infrastructure and consultancy services
• Play a critical role in the delivery of nationally significant projects
• Benefit from hybrid working and a supportive, high-performing team environment
• Receive a competitive salary and opportunities for long-term career progression

How to Apply

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