Senior Planning Engineer

Senior Planning Engineer
Ipswich, Suffolk

Ready to contribute to the future of civil engineering? Our client are looking for a Senior Planning Engineer to join their dynamic team at the Head Office in Ipswich. If you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges and want to play a key role in delivering major civil engineering projects, this could be your next move.

This is more than just planning, it’s a chance to influence complex projects from the ground up.

What You’ll Be Doing:

You’ll bring your site experience and strategic thinking together to:

* Analyse tender documentation and develop smart, efficient delivery strategies

* Explore and challenge alternative construction methods to drive best outcomes

* Collaborate closely with technical and tender teams to ensure buildability and compliance

* Support bid submissions with clear, well-structured programmes and planning insight

* Provide expert advice on construction methods, sequencing, and problem-solving

* Contribute to innovative thinking by staying up to date with industry trends and legislation

Experience:

We’re seeking someone who combines practical site knowledge with forward-thinking planning expertise:

* Strong background in civil engineering site operations

* HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering (minimum)

* Confident communicator who works well within a collaborative team

* Experience with planning tools such as Asta or Microsoft Project is a plus (training available)

* A proactive mindset with a passion for finding better ways to deliver projects

Some benefits include:

* Life assurance (4x annual salary)

* Company pension with up to 8% matched contributions

* Hybrid working for better work-life balance

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy more

* Ongoing training and clear development pathways

* Cycle-to-work scheme

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Early finish every Friday (“The Great Escape”)

* Access to a flexible benefits platform

* Free on-site parking

* A vibrant social calendar, including charity events and team days

* A genuinely supportive environment focused on your career progression

Ready to make an impact?
Join a team where your expertise helps shape real-world infrastructure and where your career can grow alongside exciting projects.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK