Senior Planner

Job description

Senior Planner - London | Up to £115,000 + Package

Are you an experienced Planning Manager with a proven track record delivering large-scale, complex construction projects?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor within their specialist Major Projects Division, managing programmes from tender stage through to handover.

The Role

As Senior Planner, you’ll play a pivotal role within the project team, taking ownership of programmes across the full project lifecycle. You’ll collaborate closely with pre-construction, delivery, and commercial teams to ensure each scheme is set up for success and delivered to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing, managing, and maintaining detailed project programmes from tender through to completion.
• Leading planning input on bids and tenders, ensuring robust and competitive submissions.
• Monitoring progress, identifying risks and opportunities, and advising the wider project team.
• Supporting Project Managers and site teams with accurate planning insights and updates.
• Embedding best-practice planning processes across the business to drive continuous improvement.

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Planner or Planning Manager within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 main contractor.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused approach.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £115,000 + full package.
• Clear career progression within a well-structured and supportive planning function.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects in a thriving sector.

If you are looking for your next step in your Planning career please apply today or contact Francesca Cainelli in the London office.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English