Project Planner

Project Planner - Rail (M&E)

Location: Hybrid (3-4 days per week in office)
Sector: Rail Infrastructure

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Planner to support the delivery of multiple rail projects within a fast-paced environment. This role will suit someone with strong planning fundamentals who is comfortable managing several small-value projects simultaneously, ensuring programmes are accurate, up to date, and aligned with delivery objectives.

• Develop, manage, and maintain project programmes using Primavera P6
• Support the planning and scheduling of multiple concurrent projects, typically ranging from -50k to -200k
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and propose mitigation strategies
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure alignment between programme, cost, and delivery
• Produce regular progress updates, reports, and programme dashboards
• Assist in resource planning and allocation across multiple live projects
• Maintain programme baselines and track changes throughout the project lifecycle
• Participate in planning meetings and provide clear programme insights to stakeholders

• Proven experience working as a Project Planner within the rail sector
• Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6
• Experience managing multiple small-value projects concurrently (circa -50k200k)
• Background in M&E or MEP works within infrastructure or rail environments
• Good understanding of project lifecycles and delivery in a contracting environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities

• Experience working on frameworks or programmes involving high volumes of minor works
• Familiarity with NEC contracts and programme requirements
• Exposure to resource and cost-loaded programmes

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.