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Permanent

Senior Planner (MEP)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Manchester
money-bag £50000 - £60000/annum Development + Progression + Bonus
Posted: 10 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 08 August 2026
Ref: 225353310

Senior Planner (MEP)

-50,000 - -60,000 + Company Benefits + Company Bonus + Development + Progression + Early finish on a Friday

Manchester - Hybrid

Are you a Planner from a Construction or MEP background looking to take ownership of project programmes within a leading engineering business, playing a key role in delivering major projects across the UK?

This building services company has seen continued success and rapid growth since its establishment in 1963. Specialising in complex MEP engineering projects across the Commercial, Healthcare, Education, Life Sciences, Heritage, Hospitality and Residential sectors, the business employs over 400 direct staff and subcontractors across offices in Northern Ireland and Ireland. Having built a strong reputation delivering high-profile projects throughout the UK and Ireland, they are now continuing their expansion across the UK.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining and monitoring detailed MEP project programmes from pre-construction through to completion. Working closely with Project Managers, site teams, clients and subcontractors, you will create detailed schedules, track progress against key milestones, identify potential delays and support the delivery team with effective recovery plans to ensure projects are completed on time.

This role would suit a Planner or from a construction looking for autonomy, career progression and the opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of large-scale engineering projects while becoming a valued member of a growing business.

The Role:
* Develop and manage detailed MEP project programmes from mobilisation through to project completion
* Monitor progress against programme milestones, identify risks and provide solutions to maintain project delivery dates
* Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, subcontractors and clients to coordinate project activities and improve programme performance
* Produce progress reports, look-ahead schedules and recovery plans to support successful project delivery
* Analyse project information, sequencing requirements and resource needs to ensure efficient delivery of MEP installations
* Support the planning of complex building services projects across multiple sectors
* Work Monday to Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm, with an early finish at 3:30pm on Fridays

The Person:
* Planner or similar
* Experience developing and managing construction programmes
* Knowledge of Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject or similar
* Commutable to Manchester

Reference: BBBH26223

Planner, MEP, Building, Services, Construction, Project, Programme, Schedule, Planning, Primavera, P6, Asta, Powerproject, Engineering, Commercial, Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West, Bolton, Oldham, Stockport, Salford

If you''re interested in this role, click ''apply now'' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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