Senior Planner (Construction - Airfields & Civils)
Location: London Gatwick (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days remote)
Job Type: Permanent (Full Time)
Salary: Circa £76,000pa
Benefits: 5% Welcome Bonus, £4,750 Flex Allowance, Up to 20% Annual Bonus and other Excellent Benefits
The Role
As a Senior Construction Planner, you'll sit at the heart of Gatwick's capital delivery programme, providing a full planning service across a diverse portfolio of high-value projects, typically £50m+. From runway resurfacing and airfield works to major civil and infrastructure schemes, you'll see first-hand the impact of your work in a live operational environment.
You'll also act as a trusted expert, supporting and mentoring junior planners while collaborating closely with project managers, engineers, contractors and wider stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and on time.
Day to day responsibilities:
Reporting to the Programme Planning Manager, your responsibilities will include:
Developing and maintaining robust, integrated delivery schedules with clear milestones and interfaces
Monitoring programme performance, identifying critical activities and producing recovery plans where required
Engaging with contractors, project managers, engineers and subcontractors to track progress and resolve issues
Providing expert planning advice and promoting best practice across the team
Supporting risk management and mitigation through effective schedule analysis and reporting What We're Looking For:
We're seeking a proactive, adaptable planner who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments. You'll bring:
Proven experience as a Senior Planner on projects typically valued £20m+
A relevant qualification or strong analytical experience within a STEM or construction-related field
Strong experience using Primavera P6, MS Excel and Microsoft Office tools
Experience managing complex programmes with multiple stakeholders
Experience working in a live environment (desirable, but airport experience not essential) What's in It for You?
We offer a highly competitive and flexible reward package, designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and career growth:
5% Welcome Bonus
Up to 20% performance-based annual bonus
£4,750 Flex Allowance
Free staff parking & discounted rail travel
Share matching scheme
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
Professional training and development opportunities
High street and restaurant discounts
Paid volunteering days You'll also benefit from excellent transport links, just 30 minutes from central London, with direct connections to over 100 towns and cities