Senior Project Planner

Randstad Cpe London; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE London is seeking a Senior Project Planner to develop, manage and monitor project programmes across major rail and infrastructure projects in the UK.

The role requires strong planning expertise, experience with Primavera P6 or MS Project, and the ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams. A Full UK driving licence and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner in rail, infrastructure, or civil engineering sectors.
• Strong knowledge of project planning methodologies and scheduling techniques.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and schedules.
• Monitor progress against milestones and identify risks, delays, and mitigations.
• Coordinate sequencing, resource allocation, and critical path analysis.
• Support tender planning and bid submissions where required.
• Provide planning support throughout all project phases with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams.
• Attend meetings and provide programme updates to stakeholders, and support change management and recovery planning.
• Produce regular progress reports and ensure alignment with contractual obligations.
• Utilise planning software to generate reports and performance data.

Skills

Rail planning experience

Scheduling methodologies

Complex programme reporting

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a respected provider of rail and infrastructure solutions, supporting major projects across the UK transportation and civil engineering sectors. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services safely and efficiently, our client works alongside leading contractors and clients on complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes.

As part of continued business growth and an expanding project portfolio, our client is seeking an experienced Senior Project Planner to join their team and support the successful planning and delivery of key infrastructure and rail projects.

The Role

As Senior Project Planner, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and monitoring project programmes across multiple infrastructure and rail projects. Working closely with project delivery and commercial teams, you will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual and operational requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive planning professional looking to progress within a dynamic and growing organisation.

Role & Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Scheduling and Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and schedules
• Monitor project progress against programme milestones and deliverables and Identify programme risks, delays, and mitigation strategies
• Produce short-term and long-term planning schedules and Coordinate project sequencing, resource allocation, and critical path analysis
• Support tender planning and bid submissions where required
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams and Provide planning support throughout all project phases
• Attend project meetings and provide programme updates to stakeholders and Assist with change management and programme impact assessments and Support recovery planning and performance improvement initiatives
• Produce regular progress reports and programme analysis and Maintain accurate planning records and project documentation and Ensure programmes align with contractual obligations and project requirements
• Utilise planning software to generate reports and performance data and Support compliance with company standards and industry regulations

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within rail, infrastructure, or civil engineering sectors and Strong knowledge of project planning methodologies and scheduling techniques
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project and Experience managing complex project programmes and reporting processes
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills and Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
• Full UK driving licence

Desired Skills

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline and Previous experience working on Network Rail or major infrastructure projects
• Understanding of NEC contracts and project controls processes and A membership or working towards membership with a relevant professional body
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills