Job Description
Senior Planner – Construction
Location - London
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Planner to deliver a professional, reliable, and innovative planning service across both pre-contract and live project environments. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in influencing major projects while supporting the continued growth and development of a high-performing construction team.
About the Role
As a Senior Planner, you will lead the planning function on either major projects or a portfolio of smaller schemes, working across all stages from pre-qualification through to project handover.
You will collaborate closely with Planning Managers, Project Directors, Bid teams, and fellow planning professionals to drive best practice, ensure robust programme governance, and enhance overall planning capability.
Key Responsibilities
Identify planning resource requirements and support recruitment and development activities
Mentor, motivate, and develop junior planners, including delivering training and completing performance reviews
Ensure the delivery of high-quality planning outputs across project teams
Lead planning responsibilities on complex or large-scale schemes, including supervising other planners
Governance
Implement and promote best practice across the planning discipline
Drive innovation in construction methodologies and planning techniques
Lead peer reviews and programme audits to ensure compliance and quality
Business Reporting
Report on audit outcomes and recommend corrective actions
Contribute to business-wide operational and planning reports
Operational Delivery
Prepare and contribute to detailed project reports
Establish KPIs and monitor performance throughout the project lifecycle
Support non-planning colleagues with programme-related training and guidance
Maintain accurate as-built programmes and issue logs
Manage supply chain programme integration, approvals, and protocols
Support change management processes, including programme impact analysis and extension of time (EOT) assessments
Ensure effective integration of design, procurement, and construction activities
Review programmes produced by junior planners and support short-term and target programme development
Pre-Construction / Bidding
Provide construction methodology advice to clients and consultants
Support pre-qualification submissions
Produce integrated tender programmes and method statements
Present planning proposals at tender settlement meetings
Prepare schedules and analyse time-related preliminaries
About You
We are looking for a highly capable Senior Planner who combines strong technical expertise with leadership ability and a collaborative approach.
You will have:
Significant construction planning experience, ideally with a main contractor
Advanced proficiency in Asta Powerproject
Strong understanding of JCT contract mechanisms, including change management and EOT assessment
Proven experience in tender planning, including bid strategy, methodology development, sequencing, and programme production
Experience delivering projects within education sectors (schools, colleges, universities) or similarly complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior team members
Strong analytical and reporting skills with excellent attention to detail
Confidence to challenge assumptions, influence decision-making, and propose innovative planning solutions
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary and profit share scheme
Flexible working arrangements
Car allowance or company car (subject to role/grade)
Travel expenses covered in line with applicable rates
Comprehensive benefits package including:
Private medical insurance
Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
Health and wellbeing programme
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Excellent learning and development opportunities to support career progression
Industry-leading family leave benefits, including enhanced maternity and paternity packages