Senior Planner – Civil Engineering

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Planner for major civil engineering projects in Belfast. This role involves managing planning and programming during all project phases, ensuring effective communication with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have operational experience in civil projects and proficiency in planning tools such as P6 and Asta Powerproject. Join a forward-thinking team that values proactive and organized professionals who can contribute to successful project delivery while adhering to contract requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience as site engineer/agent and planning in civil projects.
• Proficiency in planning software and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Create and review construction schedules and planning deliverables.
• Establish and analyze the project’s critical path.
• Ensure compliance with building contract requirements.

Skills

Planning tools (P6, Asta Powerproject)

Communication skills

Organizational skills

IT literacy

Proactive attitude

Education

Relevant construction industry experience

Recognized qualifications in construction or technical disciplines

Tools

P6

Asta Powerproject

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Senior Planner – Civil Engineering, Belfast

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Client:

Wellington Professional Recruitment

Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

A leading Tier 1 Contractor is seeking a Civil Engineering Planner for major civil engineering projects in Ireland. Based in Belfast, the Senior Planner will manage planning and programming during tender, preconstruction, and construction phases, liaising with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.

Reporting to the Project Director, you will lead planning efforts, developing methodologies and programmes for pre-construction and construction activities.

Your Responsibilities:

• Create and review construction schedules and planning deliverables, including philosophy, reports, and presentations.
• Provide technical support, identifying scope, constraints, contract requirements, and major quantities affecting the programme.
• Establish and analyze the project’s critical path.
• Communicate effectively with team members throughout all project phases.
• Apply resource levelling techniques.
• Present detailed or high-level project programmes.
• Ensure compliance with building contract requirements for programme submissions.
• Provide periodic updates to support delivery reporting.

Experience/Knowledge:

• Operational experience as site engineer/site agent and planning experience in civil/infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in planning tools like P6 and Asta Powerproject.
• Understanding of construction processes, engineering principles, and buildability considerations.
• Knowledge of JCT and NEC contract planning requirements.
• Experience in planning, programming, progress monitoring, and risk management.
• Understanding of construction methods, equipment, and labor needs.

Skills:

• IT literate with proficiency in planning software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to liaise with clients and internal teams.
• Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Qualifications:

• Relevant construction industry experience.
• Recognized qualifications in construction or technical disciplines.