Project Planner (Civil Engineering)

Manchester, Greater Manchester
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About the Client:

Our client is a leading principal civil engineering contractor, renowned for delivering large-scale infrastructure projects within the water, environment, and power sectors. They specialie in providing innovative solutions for complex civil engineering challenges and are committed to delivering high-quality projects for a diverse range of clients.

Due to their ongoing expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Project Planner to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

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Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 (P6), ensuring all project activities are aligned with agreed timelines and project goals.

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Work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to monitor project progress, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions where necessary.

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Produce detailed project reports, tracking key milestones, critical paths, and any schedule deviations, providing actionable insights to the project team and senior management.

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Collaborate with the project manager to evaluate project risks and opportunities and contribute to the development of risk management strategies.

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Ensure the accurate tracking of project progress, with regular updates to ensure that key deadlines and objectives are met.

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Provide support in the procurement process and ensure timely delivery of materials, resources, and services to meet project timelines.

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Analyse project schedule deviations and evaluate their impact on overall project timelines, recommending mitigation strategies to avoid delays.

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Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental standards throughout the planning process.

Requirements:

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Proven experience as a Project Planner within the heavy civil engineering sector, particularly in projects related to water, environment, or power infrastructure.

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Strong experience using Primavera P6 (P6) for project scheduling and management.

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A deep understanding of civil engineering processes, project sequencing, and resource management.

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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders.

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Strong problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Relevant qualifications in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field (preferred).

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Knowledge of industry standards and best practices within the water, environment, or power sectors.

On offer:

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Competitive salary (note that the listed salary banding is a guidance, and individuals will be assessed on a case by case basis depending on experience)

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Benefits package inc. car provision or allowance, bi annual bonus payments, excellent pension scheme, health care.

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Excellent career development opportunities with a leading principal contractor.

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The chance to work on high-profile, impactful projects within busy sectors.

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A dynamic, supportive, and collaborative work environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well-established principal civil engineering contractor working on industry-leading projects. If you are a motivated and experienced Project Planner, we’d love to hear from you.

Please use Tom Graham as contact for applications

Job Info
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Job Title:
Project Planner (Civil Engineering)
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary:
£55000 - £65000 Per annum + Benefits Package inc. car & bonus
Posted:
Mar 31st 2025
Closes:
May 1st 2025
Sector:
Construction
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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