Location
Split between site at East Hyde and from home.
Hours
45 hours per week – some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.
The Water business unit of Kier's Natural Resources division offers an exciting opportunity to work on large, complex multi-discipline (Civils and MEICA) infrastructure projects that will make a lasting impact on communities. As a Senior Planner, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of assigned projects through robust planning, programme development, and proactive risk management. Working under IChemE conditions of contract, you may also mentor junior planning team members, supporting their professional development.
Responsibilities
* Leading planning activities and developing comprehensive programmes from first principles for complex, multi-discipline projects.
* Monitoring progress, identifying risks and opportunities, and ensuring full compliance with contractual requirements including programme submissions and change management.
* Collaborating with internal teams, contractors, and clients to drive engagement and secure commitment to delivery plans.
* Providing strategic guidance through scenario-based what-if programmes and impact assessments to enable informed decisions.
* Supporting commercial teams on time-related matters including prolongation and extension of time assessments.
Qualifications
* Relevant on-site experience on complex construction projects, preferably multi-discipline (Civils and MEICA) work in the Water sector.
* Proven successful experience in the planning discipline with comprehensive knowledge of planning techniques and first principles.
* Proficiency in planning software, specifically Primavera P6, with experience ensuring compliance with UK construction industry contracts such as NEC, JCT or IChemE.
* Comprehensive understanding of commercial and contractual matters relating to time, including experience with analytical assessments for delay or change entitlement.
* Excellent communication skills and comfort dealing directly with clients and stakeholders, with the ability to influence project teams and mentor junior colleagues.
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