Senior Planner – Substations & OHL (NEC4 Expert)

Expertise Delivered; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Expertise Delivered is seeking two experienced Senior Planning Engineers to join a consultancy-based engagement just north of London. You will develop, manage and maintain detailed plans for Substations and/or OHL projects, coordinating interfaces between asset packages and large contractor programmes on a project-by-project basis.

This client-side role requires NEC4 knowledge (Cl31, Cl32, Cl60), strong stakeholder management and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years relevant planning experience, specifically within Substations and/or OHL projects.
• Strong NEC4 knowledge, especially Cl31, Cl32 and Cl60.
• Experience managing large contractor programmes and coordinating interfaces.
• Client- and contractor-side experience is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management.
• Relevant professional qualifications in project planning, engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project plans for Substations and OHL projects.
• Oversee and coordinate large contractor programmes, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Manage interfaces between multiple asset packages to ensure smooth project execution.
• Apply NEC4 contract clauses (Cl31, Cl32, Cl60) to planning activities and risk management.
• Collaborate effectively with client and contractor teams to align project objectives and resolve challenges.
• Provide expert advice and support to project teams based on extensive planning experience.
• Monitor project progress and update stakeholders through clear and timely reporting.
• Promote best practices in planning and programme management across teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focusing on efficiency, safety, and innovation.

Skills

Planning experience (10+ yrs)

NEC4 contracts knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication & negotiation

Education

Professional qualifications in project planning/engineering

Job description

Expertise Delivered is seeking two experienced Senior Planning Engineers to join a consultancy-based engagement just north of London. You will develop, manage and maintain detailed plans for Substations and/or OHL projects, coordinating interfaces between asset packages and large contractor programmes on a project-by-project basis.

This client-side role requires NEC4 knowledge (Cl31, Cl32, Cl60), strong stakeholder management and excellent communication.