Project Planner

Location: Office & Site Based
Job Type: Full-Time

Overview:

Corrie Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Project Planner to join a well-established civil engineering contractor.

This is a key role supporting the successful delivery of multiple live construction projects through accurate scheduling, planning, and coordination. The successful candidate will provide expert planning input across tender, pre-construction, and live project phases, working closely with site and commercial teams to ensure timely and profitable project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop, maintain, and update detailed project programmes using Asta Powerproject, Microsoft Project, or Primavera P6

* Manage programmes across multiple live contracts simultaneously

* Monitor progress against baseline programmes and forecast completions

* Identify critical paths, delays, and risks, proposing mitigation measures

* Prepare NEC-compliant programmes and updates (Clause 31/32)

* Produce tender and pre-construction programmes, methodologies, and sequencing

* Work closely with site management to reflect real-time progress

* Attend site visits, planning meetings, and client progress meetings

* Prepare look-ahead schedules, progress reports, dashboards, and KPIs

* Support resource planning, including labour, plant, and materials

* Assist with delay analysis, time-impact assessments, and EOT submissions

* Maintain accurate planning records for audit and contractual purposes

Requirements:

* Proven experience as a Project Planner within civil engineering, infrastructure, or construction

* Minimum 5 years’ site experience within civil works

* Strong working knowledge of planning software (Asta / MS Project / P6)

* Experience with NEC contracts and CDM Regulations preferred

* Valid CSCS card and Full UK Driving Licence

* Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills

* Excellent written and verbal communication

* Strong IT literacy

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Package & Conditions:

* Competitive salary based on experience

* Company vehicle or allowance (if applicable)

* Pension scheme

* Private healthcare

* Long-term career development with a growing contractor

* Ongoing training and professional development

To apply or find out more information please email your fully up-to-date CV.

Corrie Recruitment Ltd operates as an Employment Agency and as an Employment Business. You must be a UK resident or have proof of right to work in the UK