Senior Planning Engineer

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd

Senior Planning Engineer

📍 Location: Chesterfield
🕓 Projects: Various Civil Engineering Schemes

Are you an experienced Site Agent or Site Manager ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a Senior Planning Engineer to join our growing team, supporting a diverse range of civil engineering projects across the region.

About the Role

As a Senior Planning Engineer, you’ll play a key role in developing, managing, and maintaining project programmes from tender through to completion. You’ll work closely with project teams to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and on time — bringing your valuable on-site experience to the planning process.

Key Responsibilities

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Prepare and manage detailed project programmes using recognised planning software.

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Support project delivery teams in monitoring progress and identifying opportunities or risks.

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Work collaboratively with engineers, managers, and clients to ensure realistic and achievable schedules.

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Provide input into project methodology, sequencing, and resource allocation.

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Assist with tender programmes and project reporting.

About You

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Previous site-based experience as a Site Agent, Site Manager, or similar is essential.

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Strong understanding of civil engineering construction methods and project delivery.

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Proficiency with planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).

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Excellent communication and organisational skills.

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A proactive approach with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What’s on Offer

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Competitive salary and benefits package.

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Opportunities for career progression and professional development.

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A supportive and collaborative team environment.

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The chance to work on a variety of exciting infrastructure and civil engineering projects.

If you’re ready to bring your site experience into a dynamic planning role and help shape the successful delivery of major projects — we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now and take your next step in civil engineering excellence