Senior Project Planner – Major Infrastructure Programme

Laing O'Rourke group

Tilbury

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

1 hour ago

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Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Senior Project Planner to lead planning, scheduling and control for a high-profile infrastructure programme in the UK. You will develop and maintain multi-disciplinary construction programmes and collaborate with clients, delivery partners and internal teams to drive milestones and outcomes.

The role requires extensive planning experience on major projects, strong risk management, and proficiency with planning tools.

Qualifications

Extensive expertise in project planning and programme controls.
Experience in pre-contract planning, tendering, and construction sequencing.
Ability to assess risks, opportunities, and commercial impacts.
Strong stakeholder management with clear communication of strategy.
Advanced proficiency in project management systems and planning tools.
Experience on major infrastructure/energy/rail/construction projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Direct planning, scheduling, and coordination activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Develop and maintain contract and construction programmes.
Ensure all programmes align with project requirements and business plans.
Analyse progress, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and supply chain partners to ensure effective delivery.
Provide strategic planning input across tender, design, procurement, and construction phases.
Monitor performance, report on progress, and escalate key issues.
Foster team development and promote best practice in planning processes.