Title: Senior Planner
Location: Essex (site-based)
Salary: up to £100,000 + car allowance + bonus + package
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Planner to take the lead on a major new industrial project based in Essex.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK’s most respected main contractors, renowned for delivering complex, high-value schemes covering a broad range of build sectors across the UK.
The business has recently secured a flagship £100m industrial development in Essex, and they are looking for a Senior Planner to take full ownership of the construction programme from pre-construction through to successful delivery on site.
As Senior Planner, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping, managing, and driving the construction programme. Working closely with the Project Director, commercial and operational teams, you’ll ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently, and on time.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, maintain, and manage detailed construction programmes using Asta Powerproject.
* Integrate design, procurement, and construction activities into a coherent project plan.
* Provide strategic input during pre-construction and tender planning phases.
* Track and report progress, identifying risks, delays, and opportunities for improvement.
* Work closely with project management teams to monitor performance and ensure accurate reporting.
* Produce progress reports, lookahead schedules, and support monthly project reviews.
* Ensure planning practices align with company procedures and industry best practice.
About You
* Proven background as a Planner or Senior Planner within a main contracting environment.
* Solid planning experience across industrial, commercial, or large-scale construction projects.
* Excellent knowledge of construction methodologies and sequencing.
* Proficiency in Asta Powerproject.
* Ability to lead planning meetings and liaise confidently with site teams, clients, and consultants.
* Strong analytical and reporting skills with a collaborative mindset.
Offer
* £80-£100,000 per annum
* Annual car allowance £7,000
* Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, Private Medical
* Bonus
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Plus other great benefits
* Opportunity to take the planning lead on a flagship £100m project.
If you are looking for a new career challenge in planning and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV to matt.lilburn@goldgroup.co.uk or call Matt Lilburn on 01342 330 533 for a confidential chat quoting reference 72191.