Senior Project Planner

Laing O'Rourke; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Project Planner for the Sizewell C Project in Ipswich, UK. The role requires experience in developing construction programmes, coordinating with project teams, and proficiency in Primavera P6. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and experience in large-scale infrastructure projects. Join us in this unique opportunity contributing to one of the UK’s largest nuclear projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and managing construction programmes.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Desirable membership of CIOB or MICE.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project programmes for the Nuclear Island.
• Monitor project performance and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with various teams to manage time-related matters.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Primavera P6 proficiency

Monitoring project performance

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

The Civil Works Alliance is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Project Planner to assist with the delivery of the Sizewell C Project. The SZC client have appointed the CWA which includes three delivery contractors (Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues and Balfour Beatty) to undertake the civils work scope of Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works and Marine and Tunnelling. The Senior Planning Engineer within Main Civils will work closely with the Senior Planning Manager for the Nuclear Island and the wider MCW team. This role takes the lead in developing, managing, coordinating, and monitoring the project programme for a selection of building structures within the Nuclear Island of the proposed power plant, ensuring alignment with Main Civils\' overall objectives and deliverables.

Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! Why SZC?

Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey-from investment to construction and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed, short-term, and overall project programmes for the Nuclear Island, ensuring alignment with Project Requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish the optimal construction sequence and methodology for efficient delivery.
• Monitor project performance, advise on impacts and recommend improvements while defining resource needs.
• Coordinate with supply chain, engineering, design, commercial, and construction teams to manage time-related matters and ensure programme adherence.
• Liaise with site teams and supply chain to track progress, resolve issues, and report on labour and resource efficiency. Proficient in Primavera P6 planning software.
• Experience developing and managing construction programmes in a civil engineering environment, preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Some experience with planning reinforced concrete works.

Qualifications

• Degree or industry-recognised qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience developing and managing construction programmes in a civil engineering environment, preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Desirable: Membership of CIOB or MICE.
• Desirable: Experience with 4D/Synchro modelling.

Additional information

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the Offer an interview scheme. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all.