Job Description
Senior Planner - Water Utilities - North West London
We're recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor for a Senior Planner to join their team on a major water utilities project in North West London.
This is a key permanent role requiring strong planning and project controls expertise, with proven experience delivering UK water infrastructure projects. Site experience is essential, as you'll work closely with the delivery team to develop and manage programmes from pre-construction through to handover.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the planning function across the project lifecycle, from tender stage through to live delivery
Develop detailed construction programmes, sequencing, and methodology plans using Primavera P6
Monitor progress, update programmes, and identify critical path risks or delays
Work collaboratively with site teams, commercial leads, and subcontractors to ensure planning accuracy and control
Provide planning input to stakeholder reports, programme updates, and contractual submissions
Requirements:
Must have experience on UK water utilities projects (clean or wastewater)
Site-based planning background within civil engineering (contractor-side essential)
Proficient in Primavera P6 / Primavera Cloud and MS Project
Familiar with NEC contracts and delay/entitlement assessments
CSCS card required; Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction preferred
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary and package including car allowance or company vehicle
Private healthcare, pension, life assurance, and enhanced annual leave
Long-term project pipeline in the utilities sector
Ongoing training, career development, and internal progression opportunities
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