Senior Planner – Nuclear & Defence Projects (P6)

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

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.