Senior Planner/Planning Mgr – M&E/Engineering & Construction in London

Senior Planner/Planning Mgr – M&E/Engineering & Construction in London

London Full-Time 50000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Cedar

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead planning for major engineering projects and ensure timely delivery.
  • Company: Join a top engineering contractor working on iconic UK infrastructure.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical insurance, generous pension, and 25 days holiday.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced environment.
  • Why this job: Be part of transformative projects that shape the future of UK infrastructure.
  • Qualifications: 7-10 years in planning with M&E experience and strong Primavera P6 skills.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 55000 £ per year.

Are you an experienced Senior Planner who has a background in M&E (Mechanical and/or Electrical) construction projects, looking to work on some of the UK’s largest infrastructure programmes? We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering contractor delivering major HS2, rail, utilities and infrastructure programmes across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where you’ll play a key role in planning and delivering high-value engineering projects from tender through to completion.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for producing and maintaining robust project programmes, monitoring progress, supporting commercial teams, carrying out delay analysis and EOT submissions, and ensuring projects remain on track. You’ll work closely with project managers, engineers and commercial teams to provide strategic planning support across multiple live projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain cost and resource-loaded programmes.
  • Produce programme updates and progress reports.
  • Carry out delay analysis and Extension of Time (EOT) assessments.
  • Support tender submissions and project planning.
  • Produce Earned Value Analysis (EVA), SPI and CPI reporting.
  • Conduct site visits and programme reviews.
  • Support commercial teams with project risks and opportunities.

About You

  • 7-10 years’ planning experience within major infrastructure, rail, utilities or civil engineering.
  • Previous experience working for an M&E contractor on large-scale engineering or infrastructure projects.
  • Background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (HNC, NVQ or equivalent preferred).
  • Strong Primavera P6 experience, including cost and resource-loaded programmes.
  • Good understanding of NEC contracts, project controls, delay analysis and EOT submissions.
  • Experience producing planning documentation and managing multiple project programmes.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with commercial teams, engineers, project managers and clients.
  • Proactive, collaborative and able to work effectively in a fast-paced project environment.

What’s on Offer

£85,000- £95,000 salary, Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Generous pension, 25 days holiday plus.

Senior Planner/Planning Mgr – M&E/Engineering & Construction in London employer: Cedar

Cedar is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the field of major rail infrastructure projects. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for career progression alongside competitive benefits such as private medical insurance. Join us in a vibrant location where your expertise in M&E construction will be valued and rewarded.

Cedar

Contact Details:

Cedar Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Planner/Planning Mgr – M&E/Engineering & Construction in London

Project Planning
M&E Construction Knowledge
Delay Analysis
Extension of Time (EOT) Assessments
Earned Value Analysis (EVA)
Primavera P6
NEC Contracts Understanding