Project Planner

50000 - 65000 per annum + car provision/allowance

Ringwood, England Permanent Our  Civils contractor is seeking a Project Planner based out of Ringwood to support across their divisions including Water and Energy on a permanent basis with hybrid working considered.

The ideal candidate will ideally come from an engineering background and be able to communicate/liaise with site based teams effectively.

The Project Planner will initially support on the Wessex Water framework. You'll plan and programme a steady pipeline of water infrastructure projects, with the chance to support other divisions as projects require.

Joining our client, you're not just joining a company; you're becoming part of a family that values your well-being, celebrates your achievements, and supports your growth every step of the way. Dynamic and entrepreneurial, this company is a great fit if you're looking to work in a supportive but ambitious environment with clear career progression and proactive employee engagement.

Responsibilities Developing and managing construction programmes that are realistic, contractually compliant, and reflect how work actually happens on site.

Producing and maintaining NEC3/NEC4 programmes for submission and acceptance, and updating them in line with the contract.

Monitoring progress on site, identifying delays, and working with the site management team to implement mitigation strategies.

Reviewing compensation events and variations, and producing robust evidence to support contractual claims.

Supporting commercial teams with programme related input into cost and resource planning.

Keeping everyone informed from site teams to clients, with clear progress updates and honest forecasts.

Working with our project teams across the Hampshire, Dorset & Salisbury area.

Developing tender programmes and supporting the preconstruction team with competitive tenders.

Working with our Bridgend & Ringwood Office and sites across the South West, building strong relationships with stakeholders and operational teams.

Supporting junior planners and contributing to a collaborative, forward-thinking planning team.

Skills/experience/qualifications Experience using either Asta Power project or Primavera P6 or MS Project is essential.

Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Relevant experience as a Planner is preferred but not essential, ideally a background in engineering or site/project management.

Good understanding of contracts.

Experience in a range of civil engineering projects.

Experience in the Water Sector.

Benefits Salary in the 50-65k range depending on experience

Hybrid working but with site visits, candidate will need to be based in Hampshire/Dorset Car allowance/car provision tbc
26 days annual leave

Birthday off Holiday buy/sell Private medical

Contributory pension scheme