About the Role
Senior Planner - Civil Engineering / Water Infrastructure Location: BristolWe're working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Planner to support the planning and delivery of several complex infrastructure projects across the water sector.The portfolio includes a mix of framework programmes, bespoke schemes and reactive projects, typically valued between £1m and £20m+. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who enjoys influencing delivery strategy, challenging programmes and working closely with project teams to drive project performance.The RoleAs Senior Planner, you will play a key role across pre-construction and live project delivery, developing robust programmes that reflect both contractual obligations and operational realities.Working closely with project managers, engineers and commercial teams, you will ensure programmes are used as live management tools to support project delivery rather than simply reporting outputs.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, maintain and challenge detailed project programmes from tender stage through to completionEnsure planning standards and programme control procedures are applied consistentlyProduce fully logic-linked, resource-loaded programmes aligned to contract requirementsDevelop construction methodologies, sequencing logic and logistics plansIdentify programme risks and opportunities, advising project teams on mitigation and recovery strategiesMonitor critical paths and key milestones, challenging delivery teams where requiredUpdate construction programmes, short-term plans and progress reportsAttend site meetings and site visits to verify progress and programme integrityDemonstrate the impact of change in accordance with NEC contract requirementsIntegrate subcontractor programmes into the master programmeProduce programme reports including weekly lookaheads, dashboards and monthly submissionsSupport the development of 4D planning outputs and digital construction rehearsalsWhat We're Looking ForEssentialAdvanced experience using Primavera P6Previous planning experience within the water or utilities sectorStrong working knowledge of NEC contractsProven experience developing and managing programmes on civil engineering or infrastructure projectsAbility to interpret technical drawings and engineering information to build effective programmesExcellent communication skills with the ability to present programme information clearly to project teams and stakeholdersExperience working in fast-paced project environments with tight deadlinesDesirableExperience using Oracle Primavera Cloud (OPC)Previous site-based planning experienceDegree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar disciplineWhat's on OfferSalary up to £70,000Annual bonus schemeCar allowance or car schemeGenerous annual leave with option to buy additional daysPrivate medical insuranceContributory pension schemeFlexible and hybrid working optionsOngoing training, mentoring and professional developmentLong-term infrastructure project pipeline within the water sectorIf you're a Senior Planner looking to work on complex water infrastructure projects within a collaborative delivery environment, we'd welcome your application.