Permanent
Senior Planner
Skilled Careers
London
Posted: 23 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 23 October 2026
Ref: 225641256
Role: Senior Planner (Build)
Location: London
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join the planning team of a leading Tier 1 main contractor in London.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of major construction projects, working closely with project teams and senior stakeholders within a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed project programmes.
- Monitor progress against programme and key milestones.
- Identify programme risks, delays and opportunities, and support mitigation strategies.
- Provide clear programme updates and reports to project teams and stakeholders.
- Work closely with commercial, design, procurement and construction teams.
- Support project delivery, forecasting and recovery planning.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of planning processes.
About You
We are looking for a Senior Planner with
- Proven experience working for a main contractor – Tier 1 experience is highly desirable.
- Strong construction planning and programme management experience.
- A good understanding of construction methodology and project delivery.
- Experience using planning software such as P6 and/or Asta Powerproject.
- Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Must have worked on newbuild or refurb projects
- Knowledge of JCT, NEC, FIDIC is highly deseriable.
If you are an experienced Senior Planner with main contracting experience and are looking for your next opportunity in London, we would be keen to hear from you.
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