Senior Planner

Finlay Jude Associates are recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation within the utilities sector for a Senior Planner to support projects within the Thames Water region. You will provide services to ensure that project plans have achievable timescales and are accurately monitored and updated. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking company. As our new Senior Planner, you’ll take ownership of the project plan, drive the project team to deliver to the plan and challenge any delay and deviation. Leading, coaching and guiding a small team of more junior Planners, you’ll be viewed as an approachable Planning expert who is keen to pass on experience and knowledge to develop others and drive outperformance amongst the team. Benefits Competitive salary Hybrid working (job needs dependent) Company car or car allowance (job needs dependent) 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with option to buy up to 5 additional days) Contribution pension scheme Life assurance Health insurance / private medical insurance Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings hub, Kids Pass, etc. Senior Planner Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed project programmes across the full project lifecycle Take ownership of project plans, ensuring delivery aligns with agreed timescales Drive project teams to deliver against programme targets, challenging delays and deviations Lead collaborative planning workshops with project teams and stakeholders Ensure project scope is fully captured with appropriate resource allocation Identify risks and opportunities, monitoring the critical path and key milestones Provide guidance and recommendations to optimise programme performance Review and challenge supply chain programmes, ensuring alignment with main project plans Maintain planning standards in line with company procedures Implement project and activity coding structures Manage and track project baselines Prepare detailed programme narratives for client submissions Carry out regular programme quality and integrity checks Produce and manage claims programmes and reflect contractual changes Contribute to regional planning performance, reporting and reviews Interpret drawings to support effective planning delivery Mentor and support Planners and Graduate Planning Engineers Senior Planner Requirements Expert user of Primavera P6 planning software Proven experience in planning civil engineering and/or M&E projects Strong Microsoft Office skills Knowledge of current Health, Safety & Environmental practices Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong ability to identify risks and opportunities Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and meet tight deadlines Proactive approach with strong problem‑solving ability Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks effectively Desirable Experience within the water industry Experience working with NEC3 / NEC4 contracts Construction or engineering background Relevant professional qualification Current Water Hygiene card holder Familiarity with contract management software such as CEMAR or Aconex If you are looking for a fantastic opportunity to develop your career as a Senior Planner within a forward-thinking organisation, then apply now with your updated CV. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the duties of the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr