Senior Planning Engineer - Heavy Civils

Enable Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Company pension

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Employee wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Early finish every Friday

Job summary

Enable Group is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to join their team in Ipswich. The role involves developing construction programmes, supporting pre-construction efforts, and ensuring compliance with tender requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a strong civil engineering background and an HNC in Civil Engineering. The position offers hybrid working and a competitive salary with numerous benefits, including a pension plan and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven background working on civil engineering projects at site level.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project sequencing.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a pre-construction / delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documentation to develop delivery strategies.
• Produce construction programmes reflecting effective methodologies.
• Support pre-construction team with bid writing and narratives.

Skills

Civil engineering site experience

Construction methodologies

Effective communication

Planning software

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Microsoft Project

Job description

We’re working with a well-established civil engineering contractor who is looking to appoint a Senior Planning Engineer to join their team, based out of their head office in Ipswich. This is a key role within the business, supporting both pre-construction and project delivery teams. You’ll be responsible for developing robust construction programmes, advising on methodology, and helping shape winning tenders. The role would suit someone with strong civil engineering site experience who can translate practical delivery knowledge into effective planning and programme development.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing tender documentation in detail and developing practical, efficient delivery strategies
• Producing construction programmes that reflect the most effective sequence and methodology
• Exploring alternative build methods and contributing ideas during tender stage discussions
• Supporting the pre-construction team with bid writing and programme narratives
• Assessing subcontractor packages for buildability and compliance with tender requirements
• Producing and maintaining supporting documentation aligned to project constraints
• Providing technical input on planning, construction methods and engineering solutions
• Keeping up to date with industry developments, innovations and relevant legislation

About You

• Proven background working on civil engineering projects at site level
• HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project sequencing
• Able to work collaboratively within a pre-construction / delivery environment
• Effective communicator with the ability to present programmes clearly

Desirable

• Experience using planning software such as Asta Powerproject or Microsoft Project (training can be provided where needed)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Company pension with employer contribution
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy more)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing support and benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Regular social events and charity initiatives
• Early finish every Friday