Senior Planner - Civil Infrastructure

Jacobs; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Planner for civil infrastructure projects in Birmingham, UK. The role requires expertise in Primavera P6, managing project schedules, and ensuring compliance with NEC standards. Successful candidates will possess a degree and relevant certifications like PMP, and be capable of allocating resources effectively and monitoring project progress. Opportunities for career growth, flexible working, and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible work arrangements

24 days holiday + option to buy additional days

Robust pension contributions up to 10%

Comprehensive health coverage

Enhanced parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Community engagement initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree qualified and holding certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar.
• Strong understanding of NEC3/4 and its application in construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet project demands.
• Track project progress and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare regular progress reports for stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with NEC and other relevant regulations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.

Skills

Primavera P6

Project Scheduling

Resource Management

Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Education

Degree in relevant field (e.g., Engineering)

PMP certification or similar

Job description

Senior Planner - Civil Infrastructure

As a Senior Planner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful and timely completion of large-scale construction and civil infrastructure projects.

Your expertise in Primavera P6 and understanding of NEC3/4 will be essential in developing and maintaining project schedules, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Your ability to travel to client sites across the UK will help maintain strong relationships and ensure project alignment.

What’s in it for You?

• Career Growth: Join a global trailblazer and work on high-impact projects that shape the future of industries.
• Collaboration: Work closely with global SMEs, delivery teams, and clients to manage complex construction projects.
• Innovation: Be at the forefront of innovative approaches to major complex civil infrastructure programmes.
• Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid work environment 2‑3 days per week at Jacobs or client offices to foster collaboration within a supportive environment.
• Recognition: Your expertise and commitment will be valued and leveraged to drive significant improvements in programme delivery.

We Offer

• Competitive salary: We offer compensation that reflects your skills and experience.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Benefit from hybrid, part-time, and flexible working hours, patterns, and locations.
• 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days.
• Robust Pension Contributions: Enhanced pension contributions up to 10% to secure your future.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Single medical cover and Digital GP service, with options to add your partner and family.
• Family Planning Support: Access to fertility healthcare and family planning services.
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Enjoy enhanced parental leave pay and free membership to employee assistance and parental programs.
• 4£ Life assurance at 4x your salary.
• Income Protection: Financial security in case of long‑term illness or injury.
• Wellbeing Hub: Free access to wellbeing apps like Calm and Daily Burn.
• Professional Development: We cover professional membership fees and provide continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities.
• Community Engagement: Participate in charity matched‑funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations.

About the Opportunity

The Senior Planner will be responsible for:

• Project Scheduling: Developing and maintaining detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring all project milestones and deadlines are met.
• Resource Management: Allocating resources effectively and efficiently to meet project demands and timelines.
• Progress Monitoring: Tracking project progress, identifying potential delays, and implementing corrective actions to keep the project on schedule.
• Reporting: Preparing and presenting regular progress reports to project stakeholders, highlighting key metrics and potential risks.
• Compliance: Ensuring all project activities comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and other relevant regulations and standards.
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks associated with project schedules and resource allocation.
• Collaboration: Working closely with project managers, engineers, and other team members to ensure seamless project execution.
• Documentation: Maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including schedules, progress reports, and compliance records.
• Project Management: Proven experience in managing large-scale construction and civil infrastructure projects.
• Primavera P6 Proficiency: Advanced knowledge and experience with Primavera P6 for project scheduling and management.
• NEC Awareness: Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its application in construction projects.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem‑solving skills to identify and address project issues.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in project schedules and reports.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and foster positive working relationships.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness and ability to travel to client sites across the UK as needed.

Degree qualified and holding certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar.

Similar job titles this might be known as include:

• Project Scheduler
• Planning Engineer
• Construction Planner
• Project Controls Manager
• Project Planner
• Scheduling Manager
• Program Scheduler
• Construction Scheduler
• Project Control Specialist
• Master Scheduler

Note that Jacobs operates a hybrid work environment and a 40‑hour working week as standard.

This role could be based in any of the Jacobs offices and will require regular site visits across the UK so travel flexibility is key.

Are you ready to challenge today and reinvent tomorrow with Jacobs?

Apply now and be part of a team that is dedicated to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Good luck with your application.

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