| Location: Derby | Salary: £450 - £600 per day |
| Sector: Planning and Project Controls, Engineering, Planning and Project Controls, Planning | Type: Contract |
| Contact: Matt Lilburn | Job Published: about 5 hours ago |
Title: Senior Planning Engineer
Location: Derby (2 days per week on site, remainder remote)
Contract: Long-term
Rate: £450-600 per day
Are you an experienced Senior Planning Engineer ready to play a key role on one of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure programmes? Our client - a leading, forward-thinking consultancy - is seeking a dynamic planner to join their team on a major multi-billion-pound project based in Derby.
Working alongside a highly experienced team you will support the delivery of a complex, high value programme.
This is a hybrid role which is split two days per week on site with the remainder working remote. Current SC level security clearance is required to be considered.
Role
- Develop, maintain, and manage complex project schedules using Primavera P6.
- Provide proactive planning support to project and programme teams in accordance with NEC contracts.
- Interface with multidisciplinary teams to monitor progress, analyse delays, and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Produce robust, insight-driven reports and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
- Contribute to a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within a high-performing project team.
Candidate
- Proven background as a Planning Engineer or Senior Planner on large-scale, complex programmes (preferably infrastructure, defence, or energy).
- Advanced Primavera P6 capability - expert-level user.
- Strong working knowledge of NEC3 / NEC4 contracts.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Current SC (Security Check) clearance is essential.
Offer
- Join a dynamic consultancy that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
- Be part of a long-term, career-enhancing project with national significance.
- Flexible working: 2 days per week on site in Derby, remainder remote.
- Excellent rates and stability on a multi-year contract.
If you are looking for a new career challenge and you are interested in the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV or call Matt Lilburn on 01342 330 533 for further information quoting reference 72033.
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