Project Planner

Location :
Office & Site Based

Job Type :
Full-Time

Corrie Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Project Planner to join a well-established civil engineering contractor.

This is a key role supporting the successful delivery of multiple live construction projects through accurate scheduling, planning, and coordination. The successful candidate will provide expert planning input across tender, pre-construction, and live project phases, working closely with site and commercial teams to ensure timely and profitable project delivery.

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project programmes using Asta Power project, Microsoft Project, or Primavera P6
• Manage programmes across multiple live contracts simultaneously
• Monitor progress against baseline programmes and forecast completions
• Identify critical paths, delays, and risks, proposing mitigation measures
• Prepare NEC-compliant programmes and updates (Clause 31 / 32)
• Produce tender and pre-construction programmes, methodologies, and sequencing
• Work closely with site management to reflect real-time progress
• Attend site visits, planning meetings, and client progress meetings
• Prepare look-ahead schedules, progress reports, dashboards, and KPIs
• Support resource planning, including labour, plant, and materials
• Assist with delay analysis, time-impact assessments, and EOT submissions
• Maintain accurate planning records for audit and contractual purposes

• Proven experience as a Project Planner within civil engineering, infrastructure, or construction
• Minimum 5 years’ site experience within civil works
• Strong working knowledge of planning software (Asta / MS Project / P6)
• Experience with NEC contracts and CDM Regulations preferred
• Valid CSCS card and Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong IT literacy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company vehicle or allowance (if applicable)
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Long-term career development with a growing contractor
• Ongoing training and professional development

To apply or find out more information please email your fully up-to-date CV.

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