Senior Planner - Nuclear & Defence

BakerHicks; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme

Flexible/hybrid working

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Professional development

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Manchester seeks a Senior Planner to oversee complex programmes in defence and power. Ideal candidates will have strong Primavera P6 skills and proven expertise in an engineering consultancy. Responsibilities include managing detailed project schedules and collaborating with teams. This position offers a hybrid working model and various benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact in infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in planning within an engineering design consultancy environment.
• Strong skills in Primavera P6 are essential.
• Knowledge of NEC4 contracts and DCMA quality checks required.
• Ability to obtain SC clearance is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage detailed Level 4 programmes from tender stage through delivery.
• Own project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams to keep programmes on track.
• Monitor progress and manage change.

Skills

Planning expertise

Primavera P6

NEC4 contracts knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ready to take control of complex programmes that shape critical infrastructure?

BakerHicks is looking for a talented Senior Planner to join our growing team in Manchester. With a strong pipeline of work in defence and power, this is your chance to work on projects that truly make an impact.

What You’ll Do

• Build and manage detailed Level 4 programmes from tender stage through delivery.
• Own project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring cost and resource‑loaded plans.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams, project managers, and clients to keep programmes on track.
• Monitor progress, manage change, and issue Clause 32 updates monthly.
• Engage with stakeholders and contribute to strategic planning decisions.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven expertise in planning within an engineering design consultancy environment.
• Strong Primavera P6 skills (essential).
• Knowledge of NEC4 contracts and DCMA quality checks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis.
• Degree‑level education preferred.
• Ability to obtain SC clearance (DV clearance highly desirable).

Why BakerHicks?

• A secure pipeline of fascinating projects in defence and power.
• A collaborative team environment with expert support.
• Hybrid working model – flexibility with 2 days in our vibrant Salford Quays office.

This isn’t just another planning role – it’s a chance to work on projects that matter, with a team that values your expertise.

👉 Apply now and let’s build something extraordinary together.

BakerHicks has been delivering excellence in engineering, design, and project delivery since 1957. With 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we offer you the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance communities and contribute to sustainable growth.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks. BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Benefits

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible/hybrid working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout. BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.