Project Planner

Our Civils contractor is seeking a Project Planner based out of Ringwood to support across their divisions including Water and Energy on a permanent basis with hybrid working considered.

The ideal candidate will ideally come from an engineering background and be able to communicate/liaise with site based teams effectively.

The Project Planner will initially support on the Wessex Water framework. You''ll plan and programme a steady pipeline of water infrastructure projects, with the chance to support other divisions as projects require.

Joining our client, you''re not just joining a company; you''re becoming part of a family that values your well-being, celebrates your achievements, and supports your growth every step of the way. Dynamic and entrepreneurial, this company is a great fit if you''re looking to work in a supportive but ambitious environment with clear career progression and proactive employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing construction programmes that are realistic, contractually compliant, and reflect how work actually happens on site.
• Producing and maintaining NEC3/NEC4 programmes for submission and acceptance, and updating them in line with the contract.
• Monitoring progress on site, identifying delays, and working with the site management team to implement mitigation strategies.
• Reviewing compensation events and variations, and producing robust evidence to support contractual claims.
• Supporting commercial teams with programme related input into cost and resource planning.
• Keeping everyone informed from site teams to clients, with clear progress updates and honest forecasts.
• Working with our project teams across the Hampshire, Dorset & Salisbury area.
• Developing tender programmes and supporting the preconstruction team with competitive tenders.
• Working with our Bridgend & Ringwood Office and sites across the South West, building strong relationships with stakeholders and operational teams.
• Supporting junior planners and contributing to a collaborative, forward-thinking planning team.

Skills/experience/qualifications

• Experience using either Asta Powerproject or Primavera P6 or MS Project is essential.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Relevant experience as a Planner is preferred but not essential, ideally a background in engineering or site/project management.
• Good understanding of contracts.
• Experience in a range of civil engineering projects.
• Experience in the Water Sector.

Benefits

• Salary in the -50-65k range depending on experience
• Hybrid working but with site visits, candidate will need to be based in Hampshire/Dorset
• Car allowance/car provision tbc
• 26 days annual leave
• Birthday off
• Holiday buy/sell
• Private medical
• Contributory pension scheme