Title: Intermediate Planning Engineer
Location: Gloucester
Salary: up to £75,000 + package
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Construction Planner to join a leading UK main contractor delivering a landmark £500m new build project in Gloucester.
This is your chance to become part of a high-performing project team on one of the region's most significant construction schemes. Working alongside an experienced planning function and reporting directly into the Planning Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of this major project from site.
The Role
As Construction Planner, you will support the management of the planning function across the project lifecycle, ensuring programmes are realistic, achievable, and aligned with delivery objectives. You will work closely with site, commercial, and project management teams to monitor progress, identify risks, and help drive successful project outcomes.
Key responsibilities will include:
Developing and maintaining detailed construction programmes
Supporting short-term and long-term planning activities
Monitoring project progress and reporting against programme milestones
Identifying delays, risks, and opportunities within the construction schedule
Working closely with operational teams to ensure programme accuracy
Assisting with programme updates, reporting, and client presentations
Supporting planning strategy and programme management across the project
About You
Minimum 3 years' planning experience within a UK main contracting environment
Strong site-based construction experience
Excellent understanding of construction sequencing and project delivery
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency with planning software such as Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject
A proactive and collaborative approach
Opportunity
Join a leading and highly respected main contractor
Work on a flagship £500m project
Be part of an experienced and supportive project team
Excellent long-term career prospects and progression opportunities
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Offer
£50-75,000 per annum
Annual car allowance or choice of company car
Annual bonus scheme
Pension, Healthcare, Life assurance, Private medical
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Join a market-leading main contractor with a strong regional pipeline
Plus other great benefits.
If you are looking for a new career challenge and you are interested in the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV or call Matt Lilburn on (phone number removed) for further information quoting reference 73838.
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