Lead Planner | Heathrow Airport – Baggage Systems | Permanent | £80,000-£100,000 Are you an experienced Lead Planner looking to work on complex, high-profile projects at one of the world’s busiest airports? We’re recruiting for a Lead Planner to join our client, supporting the delivery of baggage systems projects at Heathrow Airport. This is a permanent opportunity offering a salary of up to £100,000, with a hybrid working pattern of approximately 3 days per week at Heathrow / Bath Road. You’ll play a key role in the planning and successful delivery of complex projects, working closely with project managers, engineering teams, and key stakeholders to ensure programmes are robust, achievable, and effectively managed. The role will involve: Developing, managing, and maintaining detailed project programmes Monitoring progress against key milestones and identifying potential delays Working closely with project and engineering teams to understand programme requirements Challenging programme assumptions and driving realistic delivery plans Identifying schedule risks, dependencies, and critical path activities Providing clear programme reporting and insight to senior stakeholders Supporting project teams with planning, forecasting, and programme controls Working within a complex, operational airport environment What we’re looking for: You’ll be an established Senior Planner with experience delivering complex engineering, infrastructure, or construction projects. Experience within airports, baggage handling systems, automation, engineering, or similarly complex operational environments would be particularly valuable. You’ll need to be confident working with multiple stakeholders, NEC contracts, challenging project teams when required and taking ownership of the planning process. The opportunity: Permanent Lead Planner position Up to £100,000 salary Major projects at Heathrow Airport Approximately 3 days per week at Heathrow / Bath Road Exposure to complex baggage systems and engineering projects If you’re an experienced Lead Planner looking for your next permanent opportunity, apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Lead Planner employer: Infraspec
As a Lead Planner at Heathrow Airport, you will be part of a dynamic team working on high-profile projects in one of the world's busiest airports. The company offers a competitive salary of up to £100,000, a hybrid working model, and a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and development. With exposure to complex engineering projects and the opportunity to engage with key stakeholders, this role provides a meaningful and rewarding career path in a vibrant operational environment.
