Senior Planner

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Pod-Trak is seeking a highly skilled Senior Planner to join our growing Pre-Construction team. This role involves leading the planning and programming of multi-disciplinary rail and infrastructure projects from tender through to delivery. You will work closely with estimating, engineering, and delivery teams to ensure projects are planned effectively, risks are mitigated, and milestones are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Provide planning support at all stages of the project lifecycle, from bid to completion
• Analyse contract documentation, scope, and constraints to create logical and achievable schedules
• Identify critical paths, float, and sequencing to optimise delivery strategies
• Produce progress reports, dashboards, and earned value analysis for management and clients
• Work with project managers and engineers to monitor progress and update forecasts
• Prepare tender programmes and associated written methodologies
• Lead planning input during bid reviews and client presentations
• Support risk and opportunity analysis through scenario planning
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements, and industry standards

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within the rail, civil engineering, or utilities sectors
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and/or MS Project
• Strong understanding of project controls, earned value, and performance monitoring techniques
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and organisational skills
• Experience producing tender and delivery programmes for complex multi-disciplinary projects
• Confident communicator able to influence and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
• Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Experience working on Network Rail or major infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with NEC and JCT contracts
• Knowledge of design and build delivery models
• Understanding of risk management and delay analysis techniques

What We Offer

• A varied and rewarding role in a forward-thinking business
• Opportunity to influence the successful delivery of high-profile UK infrastructure projects
• Collaborative environment with strong leadership support
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working options

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to major rail and infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

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