Planner, Construction, Civil Engineering

Position: Planner (Permanent)
Construction Planner – London

Location:

London

Sector:
Major Projects / Main Contracting

Salary:
Competitive + excellent package

A leading main contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to join its London team, working on high-profile projects across the capital. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking business delivering complex, technically challenging schemes.

The Role

As a Construction Planner, you will play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of major construction projects, from pre-construction through to completion. You will work closely with project teams, commercial staff, and senior management to develop, manage, and maintain robust programmes.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage detailed construction programmes from tender stage through delivery

Prepare baseline, target, and short-term programmes

Carry out progress updates, programme reviews, and reporting

Identify risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies within project schedules

Support delay analysis, change management, and programme recovery where required

Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure programme alignment

About You

Proven experience as a Planner within a main contractor environment

Strong working knowledge of planning software (Primavera P6 essential; Asta Power project beneficial)

Experience working on large-scale or complex construction projects

Solid understanding of construction methodology and sequencing

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Degree-qualified in a construction-related discipline (desirable but not essential)

What’s On Offer

Opportunity to work for a top main contractor with an excellent industry reputation

Exposure to some of the most exciting projects in the UK.

Clear career progression and long-term development

Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package

If you are a motivated Construction Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a leading contractor, we’d love to hear from you