Senior Planner; Major NI Highways Project

Position: Senior Planner (Major NI Highways Project)
Your new company An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Planner with civils experience to join one of Northern Ireland's largest and most established a longstanding reputation for delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland, your new employer has an extensive portfolio spanning roads, highways, bridges, energy and complex civil engineering Senior Planner, you will join the Civil Engineering division and play a key role in the delivery of a new NI Based Major Highway scheme, one of the most significant infrastructure projects being undertaken in Northern is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position on a major local project, while joining a contractor that can offer genuine career progression and continued exposure to large-scale civil engineering work.

Your new role As Senior Planner, you will become a key member of the project delivery team, taking responsibility for the development, management and monitoring of the construction programme throughout the project life closely with the Project Director, Contracts Managers, Engineering teams and wider project stakeholders, you will use Primavera P6 to develop and maintain detailed programmes covering all aspects of the project itself will incorporate significant highways, earthworks, structures, drainage and associated civil engineering works, making this particularly well suited to a Planner with a strong background in major infrastructure.

Key responsibilities will include:
Developing and maintaining detailed construction programmes using Primavera P6 Producing accurate and reliable programme information for the project team Developing fully integrated project programmes and undertaking critical path analysis Monitoring progress against the programme and identifying potential delays, constraints and programme risks Working closely with site and project management teams to ensure programmes reflect the planned construction methodology Developing design, procurement, subcontractor and construction programmes Reviewing construction drawings, specifications and project information to establish appropriate sequencing of works Reviewing and challenging subcontractor programmes, methodologies and logistics to ensure alignment with the master programme Producing regular programme updates, progress reports and forecasts for senior management Supporting contractual programme requirements, change management and programme recovery where required Clearly communicating programme strategy, sequencing and project milestones to both internal and external stakeholders What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this position, you should have demonstrable experience working as a Planner or Senior Planner within the civil engineering you will have previous experience delivering roads, highways or major infrastructure schemes.

However, candidates coming from a broader heavy civils background will also be strongly considered, particularly those with experience of earthworks, structures, utilities, drainage or other complex infrastructure should be technically strong in construction planning and programming, with good working knowledge of Primavera P6 being will also possess a strong understanding of construction methodology, sequencing and critical path analysis, with the ability to work closely with operational teams to translate complex construction activities into an accurate and achievable opportunity would suit an experienced Planner looking to step into a senior position or an established Senior Planner seeking the opportunity to work on a major Northern Ireland infrastructure project with long-term career prospects.

What you'll get in return You will have the opportunity to join a leading civil engineering contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering complex infrastructure this role provides the opportunity to work on the major NI Based Highway scheme, offering significant project longevity and the chance to build further experience on one of Northern Ireland's most high-profile road infrastructure will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package, alongside continued professional development, training and genuine opportunities for career progression within a major contractor.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris McNamara on now.

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