Planner

9539
Suffolk
Contract
£450 PAYE Umbrella

An inside IR35 opportunity exists for a competent Planner with experience working on projects that include utilities like substations/powerlines and cabling.

Your recent experience managing the program for a tier one PC on major projects in excess of £50m is essential.

 

Your duties will include –

  • Planning & Scheduling – Develop and maintain fully resourced, logically linked programmes across all project stages.
  • Strategic Tender Planning – Create and present compelling tender programmes and planning strategies that influence bid outcomes.
  • Delivery Oversight – Support the management and performance of contract programmes, ensuring alignment with commercial and operational objectives.
  • Critical Path & Change Management – Identify project risks, analyse impacts, and implement mitigation measures with precision and confidence.
  • Reporting & Insights – Provide regular planning updates, progress reports, KPIs, and strategic insights to project leadership.
  • Mentorship & Team Contribution – Share knowledge, support junior planners, and foster a collaborative team environment.
  • Interface & Collaboration – Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Commercial teams, and Clients to maintain alignment and drive outcomes.

 

Requirements for this opportunity includes -

  • Preferably a qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar.
  • Proven experience in a planning role on major infrastructure or energy projects.
  • Proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject, alongside Excel and reporting tools.
  • Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, earned value analysis, QSRA, and TRA methodologies.
  • An analytical mindset with a sharp eye for programme risk and opportunity.
  • Strong communication skills to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
  • The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid, fast-paced delivery environment.

 

If you are interested in this opportunity, then kindly lodge your CV here now.