Senior Planner

Staffordshire

Permanent | Full Time

Site-based 4 Days per Week | 1 Day Working from Home
Security Clearance Required
Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Summary

We're looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join our Engineering division, supporting the delivery of a major defence infrastructure project in Staffordshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile project, taking ownership of programme development and management from tender stage through to completion and commissioning. Working closely with project teams, customers, and stakeholders, you'll develop robust project programmes, monitor performance, identify risks and opportunities, and ensure successful project delivery through effective planning and controls.

This role requires a minimum of 4 days per week on site, with 1 day working from home, providing the opportunity to collaborate closely with project teams while maintaining flexibility.

Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will be required to obtain Security Clearance.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Project Planning & Programme Management

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes from tender stage through to project completion and commissioning.
• Produce and manage Contract Baseline Programmes aligned with contract requirements, scope, pricing and project objectives.
• Facilitate integrated planning workshops with internal stakeholders, project delivery teams and clients.
• Ensure programmes utilise best-practice planning techniques including Critical Path Analysis, resource planning and progress measurement.
• Review programme performance and identify opportunities to improve delivery efficiency and project outcomes.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor project progress, productivity and resource performance against agreed baselines.
• Produce clear and concise planning reports including Resource Histograms, S-Curves, Earned Value Analysis and programme updates.
• Support contract reviews through the timely production of planning outputs and project controls information.
• Work closely with operational teams to identify corrective actions where project performance deviates from targets.

Change Management & Risk Analysis

• Maintain programme baselines and ensure approved contract changes and variations are accurately incorporated.
• Assess and communicate the impact of programme changes to operational and commercial teams.
• Conduct regular programme reviews and time-risk analysis throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support project teams in identifying programme risks, mitigation measures and recovery strategies.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with project managers, commercial teams, clients and supply chain partners.
• Present programme updates and planning information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide planning expertise and guidance to project teams throughout all project phases.

Work Winning Support

• Support tender and bid activities as required, developing programmes that demonstrate deliverability and competitive advantage.
• Work collaboratively with business development and pre-construction teams to support successful project bids.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure all planning activities comply with contractual obligations, internal procedures and industry standards.
• Promote best practice planning principles across projects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What we're looking for: Essential

• Extensive experience in a planning role on medium to large-scale construction, engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Advanced knowledge and practical experience using Primavera P6.
• Proven ability to develop and manage project programmes from tender through to completion and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of Critical Path Analysis, resource planning and project controls.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Willingness to work 4 days per week on site in Staffordshire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Security Clearance.

Desirable

• Experience working on defence, secure infrastructure or highly regulated projects.
• Construction site experience.
• Knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts.
• Experience using Excel and Power BI for reporting and analysis.
• Understanding of Earned Value Management and advanced planning techniques.

Why Join Us?

At NG Bailey, you'll be joining one of the UK's leading independent engineering and services businesses, helping to deliver major infrastructure projects that make a real difference.

You'll work alongside experienced professionals on a landmark project, with the support, development opportunities and career pathways needed to further your planning career.

Benefits

We're committed to investing in our people and offer a competitive benefits package including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• Travel allowance
• Private healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Flexible benefits scheme including dental cover, gym memberships, cycle to work and more
• Personal development and training programmes
• Discounts and employee savings schemes
• Car allowance

Next Steps

As a business, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive.

We'll provide clear guidance throughout the recruitment process and, if you require any adjustments or support during the application or interview process, we'll be happy to help.

About Us

NG Bailey is one of the UK's leading independent engineering and services businesses, employing over 3,000 people and delivering innovative solutions across the building and infrastructure sectors.

For more than 100 years, we've been developing talented people, investing in skills, and delivering outstanding projects across the UK. When you join us, you'll benefit from structured career development, ongoing training and the opportunity to work on some of the industry's most exciting and technically challenging projects.

Next Steps: 

 

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.  

 

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. 

 

About Us: 

 

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. 

 

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. 

 

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. 

 

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