Highways Senior Planner

Carrington West

  • Suffolk
  • £65,000-75,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our highways construction team in Suffolk. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of a major highways project, providing planning expertise, leadership, and strategic oversight throughout the construction lifecycle.What you'll be doing:
·Developing, monitoring, and updating robust project programmes in line with contract requirements
·Working closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure plans are realistic, achievable, and fully resourced
·Identifying risks, delays, and opportunities, providing accurate forecasts and solutions to keep projects on track
·Producing clear reports, progress updates, and presentations for senior stakeholders and clients
·Leading planning meetings and workshops to ensure alignment across all project teams
·Supporting tender submissions with detailed programmes, methodologies, and resourcing strategies
·Promoting a culture of collaboration, accuracy, and proactive problem-solving across the project team
About you:
·Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within highways or major civil engineering projects
·Proficient in Primavera P6 and other planning software
·Strong understanding of NEC contracts and construction methodologies
·Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
·Ability to analyse complex information, identify risks, and develop effective solutions
·A degree or professional qualification in civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline (preferred)What we offer:
·Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 (dependent on experience)
·Competitive benefits package including pension, healthcare options, and life assurance
·Generous holiday entitlement with the option to purchase additional days
·Professional membership support and paid subscriptions
·Career development opportunities through structured training and leadership programmes
·Agile working options to support flexibility and work-life balance
·The opportunity to work on a high-profile highways project with long-term career prospectsThis is a key role in shaping and delivering a flagship highways scheme in Suffolk. If you are a forward-thinking Planner ready to step up or a proven Senior Planner seeking a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.Highways Senior PlannerSuffolk Posted about 11 hours agoShare this jobSign up for job alertsIf you are a human, ignore this fieldCreate alertYou agree to ourLatest JobsGrangemouthPermanent - Full Time£60k - 70k per yearBanwellPermanent - Full Time£70k per yearSuffolkPermanent - Full Time£65k - 75k per yearNorwichPermanent - Full Time£37k - 42k per yearSouth WestContract - Full Time£42 per hourStart your job search hereAtoms/Icons/Search/MG-02@1xAtoms/Icons/Search/MG-02@1xPolicyContact Us:Portsmouth - Lakeside North Harbour
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