Planning Engineer - Rail - Outside IR35

Planning Engineer with rail industry experience required in Birmingham for an initial 6 month contract.

This contract role will focus on project planning, programme management and maintaining accurate delivery schedules across a major rail infrastructure project.

• Developing, maintaining and updating detailed project programmes using Primavera P6
• Supporting the planning and coordination of rail project activities from mobilisation through to delivery
• Monitoring progress against agreed programmes and identifying potential delays or risks
• Working with project managers, engineers, contractors and wider stakeholders to ensure effective programme delivery
• Producing progress reports, schedule updates and planning information for project reviews
• Contributing to mitigation plans and recovery schedules where required

• Experience working as a Planning Engineer or P6 Planner within the rail sector
• Strong project planning and programme management skills
• Proficiency in Primavera P6
• Understanding of rail infrastructure projects, delivery processes and project controls
• Ability to analyse programmes, identify critical activities and assess project risks
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage changing priorities
• Availability to work on a contract basis in Central Birmingham

• Initial six-month contract
• Based in Central Birmingham
• Outside IR35

If you are an experienced P6 Planner or Planning Engineer with a background in rail project planning, apply now to support this major programme in Birmingham.