Lead Planner - SC Cleared

Position

Lead Planner (SC Cleared)

Hybrid / Derby

Full-time

Immediate

Competitive

• Professional development opportunities
• Merit‑based progression system
• In‑house capability matrix for transparent career tracking
• Impactful work within a small, dynamic team
• Rewarding recognition for achievements

• Develop robust, realistic, and defensible schedule estimates for construction works
• Define the Basis of Estimate for construction schedule scope, including key assumptions and exclusions
• Integrate closely with Cost and Risk Management teams to align estimates and assumptions
• Support the QSRA process with the Risk team
• Identify and manage key internal and external interfaces (procurement, consents, dependent projects, etc.)
• Ensure stakeholder buy‑in to the programme’s construction schedule
• Validate schedule estimates using benchmark data and design information (BIM)

• Experience in a construction or infrastructure environment
• Solid scheduling expertise, including Primavera P6
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to build schedules from first principles and review supplier submissions
• Understanding of schedule hierarchy, integration, and change control
• Familiarity with NEC or FIDIC contracts
• Strong communication and presentation skills with a collaborative mindset
• Proactive problem‑solving and continuous improvement approach

• Degree or equivalent in construction, engineering, project management, or related field
• Knowledge of QSRA, design processes, and CDM
• Experience in stakeholder management
• Membership of APM, AACE, PMI or similar (with certifications)
• Experience using Power BI and other reporting/analytics tools

• Prior SC clearance is required
• Derby / Hybrid working: 2 days a week on site

CMR welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. CMR is Disability Confident, Committed and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives.