Planner (Civil Engineering)

Planner – Civil Engineering Location: North West (Divisional Office Based) Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 + Company Car & Excellent Package A well-established Tier 2 Regional Civil Engineering Contractor, operating successfully for over 50 years, is seeking an experienced Planner to join its North West team. The company delivers a strong pipeline of repeat business across public and private sector clients and is known for its collaborative, delivery-focused approach. Project Types Include: * Infrastructure and enabling works for commercial and public sector developments * Earthworks and ground remediation * Deep drainage, utilities, and attenuation systems * Reinforced concrete substructures and foundations * Access roads, external works, and public realm schemes * Section 278 and local authority highway works * Water, utilities, power, and renewables infrastructure projects * Civils packages delivered alongside building projects Role & Responsibilities: * Producing, maintaining, and updating detailed construction programmes * Developing tender, pre-construction, and contract programmes * Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Commercial teams, and site management * Ensuring programmes are realistic, buildable, and aligned with construction methodology * Monitoring progress, updating programmes, and reporting against key milestones * Identifying programme risks, constraints, and opportunities * Supporting short-term lookahead planning and phasing strategies * Assisting with change management, delay analysis, and EOT submissions * Providing programme input for internal and client progress meetings * Ensuring compliance with contractual and framework requirements (NEC experience preferred) Candidate Requirements: * Proven experience as a Planner within civil engineering or infrastructure projects * Strong understanding of drainage, RC works, highways, utilities, and general civils activities * Proficient in Primavera P6 and/or MS Project * Good working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4) * Ability to work collaboratively with delivery and commercial teams * Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills * Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (desirable) What’s on Offer: * Salary of £60,000 – £70,000 depending on experience * Company car or car allowance * Pension, holiday allowance, and comprehensive benefits package * Long-term career opportunity with a respected regional contractor