Street Works Planner

Blueprint Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Stanmer; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Blueprint Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking a proactive Planner for a 12-month fixed-term contract to coordinate and schedule essential utility and infrastructure works across the UK. You will work closely with operations, supervisors, and clients to ensure timely delivery and high-quality service.

The role requires strong planning, organisational and communication skills, with experience using planning systems such as Street Manager or Aurora and proficiency in MS 365 applications.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning, scheduling or coordination roles.
• Good understanding of street works, traffic management, and utility planning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with colleagues and clients.
• Strong organisational skills to manage workloads and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule works to meet service level agreements.
• Allocate work and monitor progress with operational teams and clients.
• Maintain permits/notices and ensure safe, efficient delivery of works.
• Provide timely information to field teams and respond to client requests.

Skills

Planning & scheduling

Prioritisation

Stakeholder communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

MS 365 (Excel/Outlook/Teams/Word)

Tools

Street Manager

Aurora

Job description

Planner - 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract

The Opportunity

Are you a highly organised planner who thrives in a fast-paced environment? We're looking for a Planner to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, playing a vital role in ensuring operational works are delivered efficiently, safely, and in line with contractual commitments.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team where your planning expertise will directly contribute to the successful delivery of essential utility and infrastructure projects.

As a Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating and scheduling works to ensure service level agreements are achieved while maximising workforce efficiency. Working closely with operational teams, supervisors, clients and customers, you will allocate work, monitor progress, manage backlogs, and ensure all required permits and notices are obtained and maintained.

You will provide accurate information to field teams, respond to client requests, resolve planning issues, and maintain relevant systems to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of customer service.

About the Role

You will be joining a business that delivers essential utility and infrastructure services across the UK, supporting communities through the maintenance, improvement and development of critical networks and assets.

Working within a dynamic operational environment, you'll play an important part in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. The organisation is committed to investing in its people, promoting collaboration, and creating a workplace where individuals can develop their skills and build rewarding careers.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage competing priorities while maintaining excellent communication with colleagues, clients and stakeholders.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a planning, scheduling or coordination role.
• Experience using Street Manager, Aurora, or similar planning systems.
• Good understanding of street works, traffic management requirements and utility planning processes.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Outlook, Teams and Word.
• A positive, solution-focused approach and commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

Desirable

• Previous experience within the utilities, infrastructure or civil engineering sectors.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on essential utility and infrastructure projects.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Career development and learning opportunities.
• A varied and fast-paced role with real operational impact.
• Chance to contribute to projects that support local communities and critical services.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and motivated Planner looking to make a meaningful contribution within a growing and professional organisation.