Senior Planner

Posted 25 June 2025
Salary £64,000 - £85,000/annum
Start Date Immediately
LocationBirmingham
Job type Permanent
Job DurationLong Term
Discipline Civil EngineeringManagement and Supervisory
Reference223693307

Job description

​We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Civils Planner to lead the development and management on high-profile civil engineering projects. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of the baseline contract programme, fully logic linked with a clear critical path covering design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover stages.

  • Prepare and lead the development of a construction (target) programme, identifying and highlighting areas for improvement against the contract programme.

  • Develop tender event programmes to support the procurement of subcontractors, incorporating design release and lead-in activities.

  • Maintain and administer electronic planning files and documentation within the Common Data Environment (CDE) to ensure accurate and efficient retrieval of programme information.

  • Provide comprehensive programme information and support to the management team as required.

  • Develop and manage 4D graphical models or 2D phasing plans to represent build sequences, phasing, and logistics effectively.

  • Use construction programmes to support or produce project prelim books, including resource planning, logistics, and temporary works requirements.

  • Engage closely with the supply chain to coordinate project programmes relating to design phases, lead-in times, construction durations, plant, and labour needs.

  • Review programmes to identify risks and opportunities, providing clear recommendations for mitigation, including management of float and time risk allowances.

Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience in leading civil engineering project planning on complex infrastructure programmes.

  • Advanced knowledge of construction project management and planning software, including programme logic and critical path analysis.

  • Strong experience managing programmes within a Common Data Environment (CDE).

  • Ability to develop and interpret4D models and 2D phasing plans.

  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating closely with clients, contractors, and supply chain partners.

  • Strong analytical skills with a focus on risk management and programme optimisation.

  • Confident communicator able to provide clear, concise reports and programme updates to senior management teams.

Why Apply?

  • Join a leading civil engineering contractor delivering some of the most significant infrastructure projects in the UK.

  • Work in a collaborative, supportive environment with excellent career progression opportunities.

  • Be part of a forward-thinking team utilising advanced digital planning tools.

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

To Apply

If you are a driven Senior Civils Planner looking for a challenging and rewarding role, please submit your CV today.