_{23rd July, 2025}

Project Planner / Planning Engineer Derby (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home) Up to £55,000 + £4,800 car allowance + full permanent benefits package Utilities / Engineering / Construction background

If you're an experienced Project Planner / Planning Engineer looking for a role where you'll be more than just a scheduler, this could be the move that defines your career. Working on a high-profile water framework, you'll be joining a business that values collaboration, continuous development and technical excellence.

This position offers hybrid working, long-term job security, and meaningful progression — all within a major regional programme supporting a regulated utilities client.
What you'll be doing as a Project Planner / Planning Engineer:

• Developing and maintaining detailed project programmes using Primavera P6
• Supporting Project Managers and delivery teams with integrated plans that cover design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover
• Creating baseline schedules to track performance and measure progress
• Identifying critical paths, potential risks, and early warnings to keep delivery on track
• Participating in project progress meetings and presenting planning updates to stakeholders
• Supporting NEC contract compliance through planning documentation and change control
• Helping to produce accurate project and programme-level reporting for business intelligence
• Engaging with site teams, regional office staff, and stakeholders to support real-time delivery decisions

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience as a Project Planner / Planning Engineer in construction, engineering, utilities or related infrastructure sectors
• Advanced working knowledge of Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Understanding of NEC contract planning requirements
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and an ability to anticipate and mitigate risks
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites across the region when needed

What you'll get in return:

• Salary up to £55,000 per annum
• Car allowance of £4,800
• Hybrid working - 3 days office (Derby) / 2 days home
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy up to 5 additional days)
• Private medical insurance, health cover and life assurance
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Paid travel expenses for site visits and regional project support
• Long-term opportunity for development into a senior Project Planner / Planning Engineer role
• Coaching and mentoring from an experienced planning team
• Access to a wide range of employee discounts and wellbeing schemes

Why this role?

This is more than a technical planning job — it's a chance to become a trusted voice in project delivery. As a Project Planner / Planning Engineer, you'll be directly contributing to essential water and infrastructure works, gaining exposure to a diverse portfolio while being supported to grow.


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