Senior Planner

Senior Planner - £70,000 to £85,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

Location: Coalville, East Midlands

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

What You'll Do

• Lead on planning and programming across prequalification, tender, and live contract stages.
• Develop tender programmes, phasing drawings, and method statements to support successful bids.
• Collaborate with estimators, bid managers, designers, and subcontractors to deliver accurate and compelling solutions.
• Present proposals to clients and stakeholders with confidence.
• Support site teams with detailed construction, design, and procurement programmes.
• Update and review project progress, ensuring programmes remain accurate and compliant.
• Mentor and support junior staff where required.

What You'll Bring

• Strong knowledge of construction techniques and sequencing.
• Proficiency in planning software such as Asta, Powerproject, or MS Project.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• NEC programme knowledge and lean planning experience.
• Site-based experience across a range of projects.
• Relevant CSCS card and safety training.
• Professional membership (CIOB/ICE) desirable.
• Experience of 4D planning and early contract involvement is a bonus.

What's in It for You

• Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + car allowance
• 26 days holiday (plus option to buy/sell)
• Private medical cover (with option for family)
• Enhanced pension (matched up to 8%) & life assurance
• Professional membership fees paid
• Flexible/agile working opportunities
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• Volunteering days and wellbeing support
• A wide range of lifestyle discounts, schemes, and perks

This is your chance to step into a key senior role where your expertise will directly shape project delivery and success.

Apply today and take the next step in your planning career.