Project Scheduler for Large-Scale Construction in Horley

We are currently seeking a motivated Planner to join our dynamic award-winning team. The Planner will support the planning function across a variety of large-scale projects, typically up to £20m in value, assisting with the development and maintenance of project schedules. Reporting into a Senior Planner, the Planner will contribute to schedule development, monitoring, and reporting activities while gaining exposure to complex project environments.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting schedule maintenance, monitoring progress, and assisting with recovery plan development where required.
• Supporting technical planning activities including Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Breakdown Structure, and Resource Loading.
• Developing and maintaining delivery schedules with clear milestones, coordinating work sequences with the wider project plan.
• Assisting with schedule monitoring, identifying critical activities, and supporting updating and maintaining project schedules.
• Supporting the review and analysis of contractor schedules and providing recommendations to the project team.
• Assisting with evaluating quantities, job hours, and schedule logic; helping prepare progress and performance reports.
• Supporting contract programme assessment, compensation events, and delay analysis where required.

Essential:

• 2–3 years’ experience working as a Planner, ideally on projects over £5m, with proficiency in Primavera (P6) and MS Excel.
• Experience supporting planning activities on infrastructure or large-scale construction projects.
• Understanding of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction processes, and NEC contracts.
• Strong communication skills, personal resilience, and ability to operate within ambiguity.

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 on site (Tue/Wed/Thur) / 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

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.