Planner in Plymouth, Devon

Location: Plymouth, Devonport Royal Dockyard
Rate up to £390pd inside IR35

Are you an experienced Planner looking to take the next step in your career, or a Senior Planner seeking your next challenge on a major infrastructure programme?

We are recruiting for a Planner / Senior Planner to join a large-scale redevelopment project at Devonport Royal Dockyard in Plymouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a complex, long-term programme of works within a unique and highly regulated environment, contributing to the successful delivery of critical construction and engineering projects.

Working closely with project delivery teams, you will be responsible for the development, maintenance and management of project programmes throughout the project lifecycle. The role offers a combination of office, project and site-based work, providing variety and exposure to major construction activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining detailed project programmes using Primavera P6.
• Building programmes from first principles, including resource and cost loading.
• Producing programme strategies for both live projects and tender opportunities.
• Monitoring project progress and producing regular programme updates and reports.
• Identifying programme risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Supporting project teams with short-term planning and delivery strategies.
• Managing and reviewing subcontractor programmes.
• Facilitating collaborative planning workshops with project stakeholders.
• Assessing the impact of change and supporting commercial teams with programme analysis.
• Producing programme narratives, phasing plans and supporting documentation.
• Supporting continuous improvement and best practice in planning processes.

We're keen to hear from candidates who possess:

• A qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline (HNC, HND, BSc, BEng, MSc or equivalent).
• Previous planning experience within the construction, civil engineering or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies and project delivery.
• Experience using Primavera P6 (preferred).
• Understanding of planning and scheduling techniques.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of project controls.
• Knowledge of design software such as CAD, Civils 3D or Revit would be advantageous.
• The ability to work to challenging deadlines whilst maintaining attention to detail.