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Senior Planner
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Salary: £450 - £600 per day
Type: Full Time
Region: UK - South East
Town/City: Reading, Berkshire
Posted: 22/07/2026
Listed in: Site Engineering
Reference: SPRG0726_1784705881
Job Description
Senior Planner
MSS Infrastructure are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Planner to join a major long-term engineering and infrastructure project based in Reading.
Job Title: Senior Planner
Location: Reading (100% onsite)
Contract Length: 18 months
Day Rate: Negotiable based on experience. PAYE direct
Clearance: Security clearance required
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive planner with a strong Primavera P6 background who can take ownership of project schedules, drive planning best practice and work closely with project teams to ensure successful programme delivery.
Responsibilities
As Senior Planner, you will be responsible for:
- Developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
- Producing and managing project programmes using Primavera P6.
- Delivering project controls, schedule reporting and Earned Value (EVM) analysis.
- Carrying out critical path analysis and identifying programme risks.
- Leading planning meetings and promoting the benefits of effective planning.
- Liaising with Project Managers, Engineers and other key stakeholders to ensure projects remain on track.
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What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as a Senior Planner within engineering, construction or infrastructure.
- Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6.
- Experience with Project Controls and Earned Value Management (EVM).
- Excellent understanding of critical path analysis.
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and add value to complex projects.
What's On Offer
- Competitive PAYE salary, negotiable depending on experience.
- 18-month contract with long-term potential.
- Full-time position.
- 100% site-based in Reading.
- Immediate start available for the right candidate.
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If you're an experienced Senior Planner looking for your next long-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV or call Sadie on 07342056971 for more information.
MSS Infrastructure Ltd operates as a recruitment agency and is committed to equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups within the construction industry, including women, individuals with disabilities (where compatible with safety-critical environments), and ethnically diverse or minority candidates. By submitting your application, you agree to the processing, storage, and use of your personal data for recruitment purposes, including contact regarding this and other suitable opportunities.
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