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Project Planner

Posted: 13/01/26
Recruiter:Core Group
Reference:3059008476
Type:Permanent
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£65,000 - £80,000 Annual
Location:Cheshire
Description:

Job Title: Project Planner Fixed Contract (c. 30 Weeks)
Location: Site Based Chester area
Salary: £65,000 £80,000 per annum
Reports to: Contracts Director

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to join our team on a site-based, fixed-term contract of approximately 30 weeks. The successful candidate will play a key role in planning, scheduling, and performance monitoring on a major demolition and deconstruction project. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled planner to contribute to a high-profile project, producing and maintaining NEC4-compliant programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, update, and monitor detailed project programmes from first principles, incorporating three-point estimates, time risk allowances, and risk-adjusted scheduling.

  • Collect, analyse, and report progress information, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.

  • Assist the project team with planning and scheduling matters, attending project meetings with clients, stakeholders, and third parties.

  • Ensure up-to-date programme production throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Apply expertise in industry-standard planning software, including Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Project.

  • Contribute to project-level planning on complex construction, demolition, and deconstruction projects.

  • Achieve and maintain site-level security clearance.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Construction-related Bachelor s degree.

  • Membership of the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB) is desirable.

  • Experience within the Nuclear sector is highly desirable.

  • Proven experience planning and scheduling major demolition or deconstruction projects.

  • Proficient in developing NEC4-compliant programmes and producing risk-adjusted schedules.

  • Valid UK driving license.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong planning and scheduling expertise with the ability to produce and maintain accurate project programmes.

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.

  • High proficiency in standard planning software.

  • Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.

This is a fixed-term contract role offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a major project while further developing your planning expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Apply today to join a dedicated team driving complex demolition and deconstruction projects with precision and efficiency.

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