Project Planner​/Planning Engineer – Civil Rail

Position: Project Planner/ Planning Engineer – Civil Rail
Job y: 45-75k+pkg

Location:

London Region:
London, Middlesex, South East, Surrey Project Planner/Planning EngineerA Tier 1 Civil Engineering contractor, with a proven track record for winning work across the UK is currently seeking a Project Planner to work on a high profile station redevelopment based in Central London. In the heart of the City, this position is easily commutable from various locations and the contractor you will be working for have an excellent development structure in place to help the ideal candidate take the next step in their career.

Spec:

Build, optimise and implement appropriate planning and programmes (including resources, outages, consents and way leaves)
When necessary produce detailed trackers to be used to collect and report progress made on a weekly/monthly basis

Develop a deep understanding of contracts such as NEC and its requirements

Work closely with the project team to maximise the potential of each project, attend site meetings when necessary to discuss progress and update the project plan together with reporting back on any knock-on effects

Represent the business at client meetings

Work with the Planning Manager to ensure that the planning function interfaces effectively with the other departments

Support programme integration, governance, formats, plan optimisation, and planning best practices

Gather benchmarking information to aid the Value For Money (VFM) assessment on each project

Monitor and control programme compliance in respect of our contractual obligations

Qualifications:

HND/Degree level education in a Business/Finance/Engineering/Project Management discipline or equivalent – EssentialPTS – DesirableCSCS Card – Desirable3 years+ Experience including Civil Rail Projects with a Sub/Main Contractor – Essential PROGRESSED FROM ENGINEERING BACKGROUND Excellent P6 knowledge

It is essential that if you are looking to apply for this role, you have progressed from an engineering background (E.G. Site, Section Engineer or Planning Engineer) to be considered. Whilst understanding of P6 is also important, the contractor is not looking for a P6 Planner.

You must be eligible to live and work in the UK and be seeking a permanent position in order to be considered for this role.