Senior Planner

Kenton Black; Ware; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to oversee multiple large infrastructure projects across the Home Counties. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in planning scope definition, tender management, and programme leadership. The role offers a lucrative salary of up to £100,000 plus additional bonuses. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated planner to join a growing team with genuine career advancement potential.

Qualifications

• Experience in defining planning scope, constraints, and contract requirements.
• Lead development of sequencing and methodology in tender management.
• Manage planning deliverables, ensuring alignment with project goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple large multi-million pound infrastructure schemes.
• Analyse and monitor critical paths and manage baselines.
• Mentor junior planners, promoting growth within the team.

Skills

Planning scope definition

Tender management

Programme leadership

Contract programme development

Resource management

Data analysis

Team mentorship

Job description

Senior Planner

Home Counties

Up to c£100,000, plus company package

Are you currently working as a Senior Planner looking for a fresh challenge in the Civil Engineering sector or a Planner looking to take the next step in your career?

We have partnered up with a longstanding client at Kenton Black who are going through a sustained period of growth and are looking to bolster their team by bringing in a Senior Planner. The role will oversee all a large portfolio of works across the Home Counties and specialise within the large infrastructure projects including some very unique schemes.

My client is a Tier 2 contractor who work across multiple sectors and this would fall under their fastest growing division.

This Senior Planner role will be reporting directly into the Planning Manager for the region, looking after multiple large multi‑million pound infrastructure schemes. The business has a very strong orderbook for the next 18‑24 months with further growth predicted as well as genuine career opportunities.

Roleinstellung

• Planningfreigabe & Strategy: Experienced in defining planning scope, constraints, and contract requirements, with strong focusayers on key quantities and schedule drivers.
• Tender Management: Lead development of sequencing and methodology, overseeing planning teams to ensure efficient design, procurement, and construction strategies.
• Programme Leadership: Manage planning deliverables including programmes, presentations, and reports. Guide planners to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Contract Stage: Oversee Contract Programme development and maintenance, ensuring compliance with procedures and supporting project leadership.
• Controls & Risk: Analyse and monitor critical paths, manage baselines, and implement change control to maintain project integrity.
• Resource & Contract Management: Efficientlyداع manage labour, materials, and subcontractor contracts, resolving issues and minimizing delays.
• Data & KPIs: Support planning team in tracking progress through data analysis and performance metrics.
• Team Development: Mentor junior planners, promoting growth and capability within the team.

On offer is a very lucrative salary and package as well the opportunity to join a very reputable contractor. This role is paying up to £100,000 plus large company bonus and package.

Apply now! Or Get in touch with Ben Symonds at Kenton Black Birmingham