Senior Planner

Location: Co. Down
Package: Attractive executive-level package available
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm | Friday 8:00am-3:00pm

An established and highly respected construction and engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Project Planner to play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of major projects across the UK and Ireland.

This is a strategic planning position responsible for developing, managing and optimising complex project programmes across large-scale construction and MEP schemes. Working closely with senior leadership, project teams and clients, you will provide critical insight into project performance, programme risks and delivery strategies while supporting business growth through tender and pre-construction activities.

• Lead the development and management of detailed project programmes from pre-construction through to completion.
• Create and maintain construction, procurement, commissioning and resource-loaded schedules.
• Identify critical path activities, programme risks and key project constraints.
• Monitor project performance against agreed milestones, highlighting potential delays and mitigation strategies.
• Produce programme reports, progress updates and planning dashboards for senior stakeholders.
• Support project teams with recovery planning, change management and programme optimisation.
• Conduct regular site visits to validate progress and ensure programme accuracy.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, subcontractors and operational teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to tender planning, sequencing strategies and bid submissions for future projects.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Proven planning experience within construction, infrastructure, building services or MEP environments.
• Strong understanding of project delivery methodologies and the full construction lifecycle.
• Advanced proficiency with Asta Power project
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• Excellent analytical, commercial and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence project outcomes through proactive planning and problem-solving.

• Experience working on major construction or MEP projects.
• Knowledge of delay analysis, programme forensic reviews and extension of time processes.
• Experience using Primavera P6 and/or MS Project.
• Strong understanding of NEC and JCT contract environments.

• Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects.
• Long-term career progression within a growing and successful organisation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Enhanced pension and life assurance provisions.
• Professional development and membership support.
• Collaborative, forward-thinking and supportive working environment.