Are you a commercially minded Planning Engineer looking to take the lead on major infrastructure projects?
We’re currently recruiting for a Principal Planning Engineer to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team. This role is ideal for someone confident managing their own projects while collaborating effectively across teams. You'll be pivotal in delivering programmes throughout the full project lifecycle – from pre-contract planning through to construction and handover.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead planning activities under the direction of the Project Controls Manager.
* Develop and manage project schedules across the full lifecycle – Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning.
* Monitor, analyse, and report on progress, ensuring accurate forecasting of key deliverables.
* Collaborate with Commercial and Project Controls teams to deliver clear schedule insights.
* Identify risks, assess impacts, and perform ‘what-if’ analyses to inform strategic decisions.
* Actively support recruitment for the planning function as new contracts commence.
* Ensure schedule changes are effectively tracked and managed.
* Provide regular reporting and updates to internal teams and stakeholders.
Essential Experience & Skills:
* Proven experience in project planning across full lifecycle phases.
* Strong understanding of the relationship between time, cost, and commercial outcomes.
* Ability to challenge and mitigate schedule variances effectively.
* Proficient in Earned Value Analysis and schedule forecasting.
* Skilled in MS Office and planning tools (Primavera P6 or equivalent).
* Strong analytical skills and confident communicator.
Desirable:
* Experience in highly regulated sectors (e.g., nuclear, defence, or rail).
* Professional membership (e.g., ACostE, APM, ICE).
If you're looking to take the next step in your planning career and contribute to exciting, high-profile infrastructure projects, we’d love to hear from you.
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