Lead Project Planner

Lead Project Planner
Location: Manchester or York (3 days per week on-site, remainder flexible)
Contract Length: 12 months
Day Rate: Up to -530 (Inside IR35)

We are seeking an experienced Lead Project Planner to join a major infrastructure programme that is transforming rail services across the North of England. This is an opportunity to play a key role in one of the UK''s largest rail upgrade programmes, helping to deliver complex engineering projects that will bring long-term benefits to passengers and freight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning and scheduling activities across a major infrastructure programme

• Provide clear planning and scheduling outputs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Support and mentor planning teams, developing capability across the function

• Simplify complex and detailed programme information for reporting purposes

• Ensure schedules align with access principles and operational requirements

• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure effective project delivery

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Strong communication and leadership skills

• Proven experience in planning, scheduling and delivery of major construction or engineering projects

• Proficiency in proprietary planning and scheduling software tools

• Understanding of railway or complex infrastructure design and delivery principles

• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management and resource planning

• Membership of a relevant professional body, or evidence of CPD towards membership

Desirable:

• Experience with rail industry planning processes and systems

• Knowledge of UK rail industry practices

• Educated to A-level standard (or equivalent) in mathematics, IT or a related field

What''s on Offer:

• 12-month contract with the possibility of extension

• Day rate up to -530 (Inside IR35)

• Flexible working, with a requirement for a minimum of 3 days per week on-site in Manchester or York

Application Deadline: 29th September

How to Apply
Submit your CV as soon as possible to be considered. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once sufficient candidates have been identified.