132 Senior Project Planner jobs in the United Kingdom

Senior Planner

The role

Ferrovial Construction is looking for an experienced Senior Planner to support on major infrastructure projects in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparing a portfolio of Projects for the purpose of updating monthly the Reporting Baseline (RB) with the instructions PMIs / implemented CEs.
li>Responsible for preparing a portfolio of Projects for monthly Progress Programme including narrative, project performance analysis  , critical path , programme integration activities according to the Contract requirements across scope, time, risk, schedule updates, opportunities for improvement. li>Coordinate all external parties involved in the progress process (commercials, planners, section leads and site agents) to ensure a realistic programme logic is in place.
• Act as an Expert Planner and scheduler.
• Use professionally Primavera P6 and familiar with cost loading programme.
• Manage and ensure earned value management
• Promote company values in all dealings with other employees, clients, sub-contractors and other external contacts

Skills and Competence:

We are looking for candidates with:

• Previous experience as a planner for large scale projects.
• Experience of working on planning management systems within a civil engineering project
• Experience in using Primavera P6 and CEMAR (Contract / Change management)
• Understanding of NEC3 contracts
• Excellent Microsoft Excel and general IT skills
• Ability to perform assignments independently with supervision and guidance as required
• Ability to deliver timely high-quality reports
• Good level of proactivity and a problem-solving attitude
• Good relationship skills with the other Department / Functions
• Good knowledge on measuring civil engineering works

Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

About us

Ferrovial Construction is the engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested with a workforce of approximately 96,000 employees, and a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years’ experience. We are a Spanish multinational company operating in 4 divisions; Airports, Highways, Construction and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions, with the aim to create value for society, and for clients, investors and employees. Ferrovial Construction Ltd UK has 7 major Infrastructure projects across the UK; HS2, Silvertown (STT), Heathrow (Q6), Norwich Western Link, Thames Tideway (TTT), Northern Line Extension (NLE) and Farringdon.

At Ferrovial we have five core values: Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, integrity and Respect. We are proud of our work and values which we live by to achieve our goals.

As one of the industry’s most diverse organisations, our people bring a strong blend of local talent, international expertise and perspectives from all backgrounds. This drives innovation and fresh thinking required to set new standards of excellence.

Ferrovial embraces diversity and inclusion and we see the value in providing equal opportunities to all employees. We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills so we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Project Planner - Hinkley Point C
Location: Hinkley Point C
Salary: 70,000+ + Car Allowance
Employment Type: Permanent
Schedule: 5 Day Week / 9 Day Fortnight

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Planner to join a major infrastructure project at Hinkley Point C, one of the UK's largest and most high-profile construction developments.

About the Role:
As a Project Planner, you will be part of a team delivering an exceptional and consistent operational planning experience. Your expertise will help create an environment where people can thrive and deliver their best work by ensuring effective and efficient project scheduling and coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project plans and schedules

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate planning inputs and outputs

• Monitor progress against plans, identify deviations, and support corrective actions

• Contribute to project reporting, performance metrics, and forecasting

• Ensure planning practices comply with contractual and regulatory requirements

Requirements:

• Level 4 HNC qualification in a relevant subject area or equivalent experience

• Proven construction planning experience, ideally on large-scale infrastructure or energy projects

• Strong understanding of planning tools and techniques (Primavera P6 experience desirable)

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Willingness and ability to work onsite at Hinkley Point C and in offices at Bristol and Bridgwater

• Mechanical & Electrical knowledge and experience

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of 70,000+

• Car allowance

• Flexible working pattern: 5-day week or 9-day fortnight

• Permanent role on a nationally significant infrastructure project

For more information please contact Mitchell Rogers on (phone number removed)

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At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. To keep things moving, to connect people. It's important work that we are passionate about. Learning fast, inspiring colleagues, and making the entire organisation run smoother and better. Join us and help keep the nations critical networks connected and protected 24/7.
Join Telent Network Services as a Project Planner for the Hinckley Point C and Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station Projects, the UK's most significant infrastructure developments. This role is pivotal in supporting the planning and execution of critical communications and technology systems. You will be part of a dynamic team, working closely with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and project success. We are an NEC Contract that relies heavily on the Primavera Programme and our successful PMO manages all our costs and applications through the programme.

What you'll do:

• Ensure that the project team is kept regularly updated and familiar with programme schedule.
• Support the development of schedules at different stages of the lifecycle, with the ability to analyse, and document inter-departmental and intra-departmental business process flows.
• Provide project performance measurement and reporting.
• Represent and contribute to planning topic discussions and meetings.
• Identify and monitor schedule related risks and support mitigations measures.
• Develop and define project goals and objective and drive continuous improvement
• Monitor and analyse project effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative tools.
• Recommend and implement modifications to improve effectiveness and attain project milestones.
• Provide support to Project Managers and Engineers on planning matters.
• Build relationships with managers, engineers, and external suppliers.
• Keep the client team updated on progress.
• Review activity sequencing, durations, resources, and safety requirements.
• Produce tender plans and support bids.
• Promote Collaborative Planning sessions.
• Review contractual changes and perform critical path analysis.
• Prepare project work breakdown structures and schedules.
• Provide project performance measurement and reporting.
• Identify and monitor schedule-related risks and support mitigation measures.

Who you are:

As Project Planner, you will manage and coordinate the planning process, including analysis, programme updates, progress tracking, variance monitoring, and dashboard reporting-either independently or in collaboration with a project-specific planner. You will ensure effective schedule management by regularly reviewing progress with workstream leads, the wider project team, and senior management. Additionally, you will support cost control updates and report financial performance through Oracle. Throughout the project lifecycle, you will continuously assess performance to enable effective management and successful delivery. You are a proactive and detail-oriented planner with strong communication and analytical skills. You thrive in collaborative environments and are adept at managing complex schedules and stakeholder expectations.

Key requirements:

• Experience in project planning within engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in primavera planning tools and software.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycle and scheduling techniques.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to analyse and document business process flows.
• Relevant qualifications in project management or planning.
• Practical use of planning applications including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office applications including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Management Successful Programmes (MSP).
• Strong communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills. A programme narrative is issued with the programme each period.

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span sectors, roles, technologies, and customers giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.
We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work. The Nuclear Programme team is a mature successful team where harmony is promoted and generally experienced. We are highly thought of by our customer team and the project are in control.

The additional benefits with this role:

• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell days annually
• Company pension scheme.
• A range of family friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme

Learn more about Telent:
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We're passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support.

Morson Talent currently have an opportunity available for Project Planners to work on the behalf of our Aerospace clients based in Yeovil, Somerset. This is a contract until December 2025, with possibility of extension.
JOB PURPOSE
Provide project controls support to the Project/Programme Manager (PM) with the objective of delivering on time/on budget delivery of LH projects and programmes.
Support the PM in developing and maintaining the project master schedule in accordance with the contract, through direct liaison with other business functions. Ensure the integrity of data throughout the project life cycle. Prepare reports to provide project status information to the programmes team and customer. Identify schedule and cost variances and work with the programme team and directly with business functions to establish corrective actions.

KEY JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Develop and implement the programme or project schedule (and SAP Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)) in accordance with the Contracted scope, delivery dates, Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM), financial baseline and Leonardo procedures. If multiple sub projects exist, coordinate, control and integrate the interfaces creating logical links and maintaining updates. Applying earned value techniques where applicable.
• Input to Establishing and implementing standards and best practice across Programmes or projects through the Process and governance teams.
• Maintain and control the programme or project schedule baseline (dates and budgets) to reflect any contracted amendments. Manage the approval and communication of these changes in accordance with Leonardo procedures.
• Ensure the flow of budgets and dates within Sap via the MSP Plan are kept in alignment with the approved Company Work Order.
• Direct the timely processing of schedule updates. Monitor the accuracy of project schedules and version control changes. Work with the Functions and Project Teams to drive the quality of the programme or project schedule and SAP WBS. Identify problems and provide support to improve processes to ensure the integrity of the data.


• Coordinate with the Key Stakeholders customer change proposals, capturing in a register and collating cost impacts for pricing.
• Assess progress, track and analyse the impact of the programme or project schedule forecast changes (dates and budgets) to identify threats at the earliest opportunity. Publish the schedule and ensure stakeholders are informed about changes. Perform critical path and ‘what if analysis, including the development of work-around plans, capturing, monitoring and driving associated actions.
• Control the allocation of contingency reserve and updates to the programme or project schedule baseline ensuring alignment to the risk register.
• Produce internal and customer reports to confirm the project cost and schedule variance, future key milestones and to include earn value analysis.
• Prepare and present monthly CPR data. Be able to articulate changes from month to month and what schedule and costs impacts this will incur working closely with the functional departments to ensure accuracy.
• Generate purchase requisitions and perform service receipts to support project requirements
• Support the PM in executing the Leonardo risk management methodology & risk management tools.
• Support the assessment, evaluation, prioritisation and update of risks. Monitor and measure the associated mitigation actions to prevent risk occurrence.
• Participate in regular risk reviews to identify, capture and sanction risks, able to apply Monte Carlo analysis to inform and monitor mitigation actions and ensure progress to recovery plans.
• Review the cost of mitigation action, budget and actual (both in the risk register and work breakdown structure) and evaluate risks to ensure the Programme or Project contingency reserve value is accurate and rigorous cost controls are applied. Perform cost / benefit analysis against contingency reserve actions.
• Support the production and communication of regular risk reports to ensure consistency.
• Report the progress of Risks at regular intervals to the appropriate level of management.
• Flexibility to deploy in other areas, i.e. business reports.
• This role may require you to drive 15,000 or more business miles each year.
(Delete as appropriate – statement required to fulfil HSEMSM, Section 33, HSEP T-01)
• You are responsible for taking reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work and to co-operate with managers, supervisors and others to enable the company to meet its statutory obligations for health, safety and environment.
• Specific responsibilities for Employees are detailed within HSEMSM, Section 8.7.
• You should take responsibility for understanding the Code of Ethics - Core Instruction No.PER.10.3 and making sure that you comply with it at all times whilst doing your job and, in particular, when acting for or on behalf of LHUK.


ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
• Good knowledge of company products and organisation.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team setting and also to provide leadership when required.
• Effective & persuasive in building a network of contacts within LH, creating strong relationships with the LH performing functional areas.
• Proficient in the use of SAP and Microsoft Project (as core planning tool) and other common Microsoft packages.
• Excellent analytical and planning skills with good attention to detail.
• Ability to learn quickly and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain a clear focus on goals & priorities.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Experienced in the planning and scheduling of complex tasks within an aerospace or similar industrial environment.
90% onsite.
Rate: On application.
If this position is of interest to you, please apply below or contact Kaisey for more information.
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P6 Project Planner – Nuclear – Hybrid (Stone, Staffordshire) – Permanent – Competitive Salary + Benefits

Must be eligble for SC Clearance (British Born)

VIQU has partnered with a leading engineering and technology integration company that delivers critical projects across energy, nuclear, renewables, water, and manufacturing . Their work optimises performance in some of the most regulated and demanding environments, and with innovation at their core, they are seeking a P6 Project Planner to join their Nuclear team.

The Role
You’ll lead on developing and maintaining detailed project and resource plans using Primavera P6 , supporting large-scale nuclear contracts worth several £Ms. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, the supply chain, and stakeholders to ensure delivery against agreed timescales, budgets, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project schedules and resource allocation plans in Primavera P6 .

• Support the Operations Manager in developing best-in-class project controls, tools, and reports.

• Produce impact programmes, narratives, and supporting information for project claims and delay analysis.

• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and suppliers to keep projects on track.

• Provide coaching and guidance on planning tools and best practice.

• Support consolidated reporting of sector performance, resource utilisation, and commercial data.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong skills in Primavera P6 and project controls.

• Experience with NEC3/4 contracts, ideally using CEMAR.

• Track record in delay analysis, compensation events, and forensic planning.

• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills.

• Experience in risk management and cost control.

• Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines.

• SC clearance (or eligibility).

Desirable:

• Earned Value Analysis experience.

• Knowledge of procurement, supply chain, and logistics.

• Experience in consolidated reporting, S-curves, and cost planning.

Be part of a team delivering projects that power industries, transform technology, and drive a more sustainable future.

Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence, or reach out to Phoebe Rees via the VIQU IT website.

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Project Planner

We are looking for a Project Planner to join our team, delivering high-profile, technically complex fit-out and refurbishment projects across multiple sectors.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, bring strong analytical and planning skills, and want to contribute fresh ideas that challenge the norm, this role offers you the chance to grow your career within a supportive and forward-thinking business.

About the Role

Planners play a vital role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and successfully. This role will focus on providing a professional planning and programming service to both pre-contract and live project teams.

As a Project Planner, you will:

• Take ownership of weekly progress updates, collating as-built data, analysing trends, tracking performance metrics, and preparing clear reports through regular site visits and team meetings.

• Develop mid- and short-term programmes in collaboration with site teams and key supply chain partners, ensuring they are fully resourced and proactive in avoiding delays.

• Gain a full understanding of project and client requirements, proposing and evaluating alternative solutions that support successful project delivery.

• Utilise Primavera P6 planning software (experience with NEC contracts is advantageous, but not essential).

• Work with colleagues across the wider business who use Asta Powerproject .

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-related incentives.

• Flexible working options.

• Company car or car allowance (role dependent).

• Paid travel to project sites (in line with HMRC advisory rates).

• Comprehensive benefits package including private medical cover, contributory pension scheme (up to 8% employer contribution), health and wellbeing programme, and 26 days annual leave plus

About the Role:

Our client’s Natural Resources team works across Clean Energy (wind, solar, hydrogen, hydroelectric, and nuclear), Decarbonisation, Mining, and Oil & Gas. They help build trust between clients, suppliers, governments, and communities by delivering projects that make a real impact.

Our client is looking for a Planner to support a clean energy project . This role involves creating project schedules, tracking progress, analysing risks, and providing performance insights to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop work breakdown structures and set up clear project baselines.
li>Establish progress monitoring and reporting frameworks.
• Create S-curves, manpower histograms, and critical path analyses .
• Conduct schedule risk analysis and explore ‘what-if’ scenarios.
• project control reports , providing performance analysis and recommendations.

What Our Client is Looking For:

• Extensive experience in project controls for large capital projects in the energy sector.
• Experience in onshore piping, process facilities, and gas-to-power or gas compression projects.
• Worked across all phases of major projects, from concept to execution.
• Proven experience developing EPC schedules for major projects.
• Ability to provide analysis as projects move from FEED to FID and execution.
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedules.
• UK construction experience (preferred).
• Strong communication skills, able to work with different teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Oracle Primavera, MS Project, and Excel.
• Able to work independently, follow processes, and adapt to changing project needs.

If you’re looking to contribute to a meaningful clean energy project , our client would love to hear from you!

About the Role:

Our client’s Natural Resources team works across Clean Energy (wind, solar, hydrogen, hydroelectric, and nuclear), Decarbonisation, Mining, and Oil & Gas. They help build trust between clients, suppliers, governments, and communities by delivering projects that make a real impact.

Our client is looking for a Planner to support a clean energy project . This role involves creating project schedules, tracking progress, analysing risks, and providing performance insights to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop work breakdown structures and set up clear project baselines.
li>Establish progress monitoring and reporting frameworks.
• Create S-curves, manpower histograms, and critical path analyses .
• Conduct schedule risk analysis and explore ‘what-if’ scenarios.
• project control reports , providing performance analysis and recommendations.

What Our Client is Looking For:

• Extensive experience in project controls for large capital projects in the energy sector.
• Experience in onshore piping, process facilities, and gas-to-power or gas compression projects.
• Worked across all phases of major projects, from concept to execution.
• Proven experience developing EPC schedules for major projects.
• Ability to provide analysis as projects move from FEED to FID and execution.
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedules.
• UK construction experience (preferred).
• Strong communication skills, able to work with different teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Oracle Primavera, MS Project, and Excel.
• Able to work independently, follow processes, and adapt to changing project needs.

If you’re looking to contribute to a meaningful clean energy project , our client would love to hear from you!

About the Company:

Our client is a distinguished UK main contractor with over 30 years of industry experience, specialising in sophisticated residential renovations including listed buildings and conservation area properties as well as office-to-residential conversions.

Role Overview

As Project Planner, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating, scheduling, and delivering high-end residential fitouts, refurbishments, and luxury hotel projects. Your meticulous attention to detail, proactive planning, and ability to collaborate with elite architectural, design, and contractor teams will ensure seamless execution and exceptional quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Craft and maintain detailed project schedules using CPM-based planning tools.
• Set and manage critical paths, with mechanisms for regular updates and adjustments.
• Facilitate collaboration across architects, designers, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams to align expectations and milestones.
• Support tender processes with schedule-driven cost and duration forecasting.
• Track and report project performance against schedule and budget.
• Identify variances early, propose mitigation strategies, and drive resolutions.
• Proactively identify scheduling risks, forecast impacts, and implement contingency plans.
• Update schedules with approved changes swiftly to maintain accurate planning.
• Liaise with quality teams to ensure scheduling aligns with standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., listed building consents, conservation protocols).
• Be attuned to the intricacies of heritage-sensitive environments and luxury specifications.
• Plan and track labour, materials, and equipment availability.
• Coordinate vendor deliveries and on-site logistics to optimise flow in tight, high value build zones.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of schedule baselines, revisions, and lessons learned.
• Utilise tools such as Asta Powerproject , Microsoft Project, or equivalent with precision.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven background in planning or project control within residential refurbishment, heritage conservation, or luxury hospitality sectors.
• Proven experience in using Asta Powerproject for programme creation and management is essential.
• Proficiency in CPM-based scheduling, resource levelling, and critical path analysis.
• Skilled in stakeholder communication and proactive issue escalation.
• Exceptional attention to detail, adaptability, and time management.
• Demonstrable ability to work across multiple projects or phases concurrently.
• Relevant academic background or sector-specific planning certifications (e.g., APM, PMI) is advantageous.