Senior Planner in Milton Keynes

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our dynamic award-winning team. The successful candidate will have experience in the construction industry, knowledge of project management and project controls to help support our expansion across the UK. Our team is multi-disciplinary so a wide range of experience and/or willingness to learn is crucial.

About us: CMR is an award-winning project controls consultancy that is first and foremost a team of people, passionate about the construction industry and changing the way project controls is provided. Our approach and culture have been recognised globally, with CMR named Global Project Controls Small Business of the Year 2025 (Project Controls Expo UK Awards) and one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in 2026 (Great Place to Work).

Our Purpose (Why we exist): Inspiring new ways to help shape our construction industry.

Our Ambition (What we want to achieve): Re‑imagine project controls through a digital lens, being the obvious choice for clients and the place to grow together with intention.

What’s in it for you? At CMR you will have the opportunity to professionally develop like nowhere you have worked before. If you demonstrate the capability, our merit‑based system will enable you to develop fast. We use our in‑house capability matrix to transparently track your progression and highlight development areas. Join our small, dynamic team where every member has the chance to make a significant impact, shaping the future direction of our company and making a real difference. We believe in rewarding our team for their achievements, celebrating our successes but equally helping each other when things are tough.

You’ll:

• Develop the schedule estimates for construction works ensuring they are robust, realistic and practicable.
• Define the Basis of Estimate for the construction schedule scope (including key assumptions and exclusions).
• Close integration with both the Cost and Risk Management teams to ensure alignment of all estimates and assumptions.
• Work with the Risk team to support the QSRA process.
• Identify and manage key internal and external interfaces including procurement, consents, dependent projects, etc.
• Work closely with key internal/external stakeholders ensuring buy-in to the project schedule.
• Ensure schedule estimates are validated using benchmark data, and design information (BIM) where available.

We’re looking for:

• 6+ years planning experience working on a variety of construction and infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in Primavera P6.
• Knowledge and experience in elements of construction (e.g. Civils, M&E, etc).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Experience working on major construction and infrastructure projects.
• Excellent communication skills, including English language and visual presentations (e.g. PowerPoint), with the ability to analyse and present information clearly and persuasively.

• Knowledge and experience working with BIM, parametric estimating and 4D planning.
• Qualified to degree level, would be advantageous as would having formal project management qualifications such as APM or PRINCE2.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and forms of contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC).
• Membership of a professional body, APM, ICE, CIOB.

At CMR we have a strong culture driven by our 9 Core Principles. We look to build a community of people that share our values and ambitions. We’re proud that 96% of our team say CMR is a “Great Place to Work” a reflection of our supportive culture, focus on people, and drive to do things differently.

Requirements and Location:

• Full right to work in the UK.
• 3 Days Office / 2 days hybrid.

Salary & Benefits:

• 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays).
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (Inc Dentist and Optician).
• Life Assurance (x4 Salary).
• Pension: employer's contribution of 4%.
• Company and personal performance-based bonus.
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Long Service Leave.
• Training and professional development.
• Regular social events.
• Perkbox – employee experience platform.

Next Steps: To apply to our vacancy please submit a copy of your CV for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you! CMR welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. CMR is Disability Confident Committed and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives.