Job Description
PLANNER / SENIOR PLANNER HEAVY CIVILS / RAIL
Manchester (Full-Time Office Based)
Competitive Salary + Package
We are working with a specialist rail and infrastructure contractor looking to strengthen their Planning team with the addition of an experienced Planner or Senior Planner.
With a strong pipeline of secured work across the North West, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business delivering complex, safety-critical rail and civil engineering projects.
The Role
You will play a key role across both tender and live project environments, producing and managing detailed programmes that support successful project delivery.
This is a hands-on position where your input will directly influence project performance, sequencing, and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed programmes using Primavera P6
- Produce tender programmes and support bid submissions
- Identify critical path, risks, and key interfaces
- Work closely with site and project teams to monitor progress and update programmes
- Support programme reporting and performance analysis
- Assist with risk mitigation and planning strategy
- Attend internal and client programme meetings
What We re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within heavy civils or rail (essential)
- Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6
- Experience working on infrastructure or transport projects
- Understanding of NEC contracts (desirable)
- Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with delivery teams
Why Apply?
- Established contractor with a strong pipeline of rail work
- Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile infrastructure projects
- Clear progression within a growing and well-backed business
- Collaborative, delivery-focused team environment
This is a full-time, office-based role in Manchester, suited to someone who wants to be closely involved in project delivery and team collaboration.
If you re an experienced Planner or Senior Planner with a strong background in rail or heavy civils, get in touch for a confidential discussion.
