PLANNER / SENIOR PLANNER – HEAVY CIVILS / RAIL
Manchester (Full-Time Office Based)
Competitive Salary + Package
We are working with a specialist rail and infrastructure contractor looking to strengthen their Planning team with the addition of an experienced Planner or Senior Planner.
With a strong pipeline of secured work across the North West, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business delivering complex, safety-critical rail and civil engineering projects.
The Role
You will play a key role across both tender and live project environments, producing and managing detailed programmes that support successful project delivery.
This is a hands-on position where your input will directly influence project performance, sequencing, and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain detailed programmes using Primavera P6
Produce tender programmes and support bid submissions
Identify critical path, risks, and key interfaces
Work closely with site and project teams to monitor progress and update programmes
Support programme reporting and performance analysis
Assist with risk mitigation and planning strategy
Attend internal and client programme meetings
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within heavy civils or rail (essential)
Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6
Experience working on infrastructure or transport projects
Understanding of NEC contracts (desirable)
Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with delivery teams
Why Apply?
Established contractor with a strong pipeline of rail work
Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile infrastructure projects
Clear progression within a growing and well-backed business
Collaborative, delivery-focused team environment
This is a full-time, office-based role in Manchester, suited to someone who wants to be closely involved in project delivery and team collaboration.
If you’re an experienced Planner or Senior Planner with a strong background in rail or heavy civils, get in touch for a confidential discussion