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Planner - Highways
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You will be joining a multi-accredited and well-established contractor operating in the highways industry. This high-profile contractor has a strong reputation for delivering projects valued between £1m-£9m for National Highways and multiple local authorities and offers a strong pipeline of work as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Planner to join their team.
This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Brentwood office with hybrid and flexible working.
Your new role
As a Planner, you will be a key contributor to the successful delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, with responsibilities including:
- Producing, developing and maintaining construction programmes from first principles using works information and drawings
- Managing and updating short-term and long-term programmes to reflect progress, change and risk
- Leading on daily scheduling and planning activities to support efficient project delivery
- Working closely with site teams to understand construction methodologies and sequencing
- Supporting the commercial team by substantiating change, ensuring robust records and supporting evidence are maintained
- Contributing to NEC contract processes, including early warnings, impacted programmes and Clause 62 assessments
- Identifying potential delays and risks, proposing mitigation measures to protect programme outcomes
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on programme, progress and key milestones
- Utilising Primavera P6 to manage and report programme performance.
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What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must bring:
- Experience as a Planner, Site/Section Engineer or Site Agent within the highways industry, ideally from a subcontractor/Tier 2 background
- In-depth knowledge of civil works: drainage, kerbing, motorway technology, street lighting and traffic signals
- Proficiency in Primavera P6
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Starting salary up to £60,000 per annum
- Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Hybrid working (2-3 days' remote per week) and flexible working hours
- Life assurance
- Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Clear pathways for professional development and career progression
- Opportunity to advance your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.
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