MEP Planner

Job Description

We're looking for an MEP Planner to join our Mechanical and Electrical team based in the Midlands.

Location:

Rushden, Northamptonshire.

Hours:

Full-time – some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact, working on diverse projects whilst developing your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

• Developing and maintaining project programmes using Elecosoft Power Project and/or Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with Kier's planning standards and contract requirements.
• Monitoring progress through site visits and maintaining accurate records using Bluebeam and Elecosoft Site Progress apps.
• Identifying potential risks and delays, working collaboratively with project teams to develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Preparing clear and concise progress reports and updates for stakeholders, keeping everyone informed of project status.
• Reviewing supply chain programmes and facilitating coordination meetings to ensure seamless project delivery.

• Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Elecosoft Power Project, with the ability to create fully logic‑linked programmes and produce accurate take‑offs.
• 4‑6 years' hands‑on experience as an MEP planner, ideally on office, custodial, or pharmaceutical laboratory projects.
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with experience in Bluebeam Revu.
• 3‑5 years' experience in tender and pre‑construction planning.
• Positive, open‑minded team player with the ability to work independently and a genuine enthusiasm for learning and development.

We pride ourselves on offering a wide variety of benefits that the successful candidate can tailor to their needs. For more information, please see our benefits page.

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We have taken steps to advance diversity and inclusion and welcome input from employees. We are a Disability Confident employer, ensuring that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We will conduct a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check for all applicants;

applicants with convictions will be treated on a case‑by‑case basis. We do not discriminate based on conviction history or details of any convictions disclosed to us.