Project Planner
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026. Matchtech scores A on the Alion truth index.
Our Civils contractor is seeking a Project Planner based out of Ringwood to support across their divisions including Water and Energy on a permanent basis with hybrid working considered.
The ideal candidate will ideally come from an engineering background and be able to communicate/liaise with site based teams effectively.
The Project Planner will initially support on the Wessex Water framework. You'll plan and programme a steady pipeline of water infrastructure projects, with the chance to support other divisions as projects require.
Joining our client, you're not just joining a company; you're becoming part of a family that values your well-being, celebrates your achievements, and supports your growth every step of the way. Dynamic and entrepreneurial, this company is a great fit if you're looking to work in a supportive but ambitious environment with clear career progression and proactive employee engagement.
Responsibilities
- Developing and managing construction programmes that are realistic, contractually compliant, and reflect how work actually happens on site.
- Producing and maintaining NEC3/NEC4 programmes for submission and acceptance, and updating them in line with the contract.
- Monitoring progress on site, identifying delays, and working with the site management team to implement mitigation strategies.
- Reviewing compensation events and variations, and producing robust evidence to support contractual claims.
- Supporting commercial teams with programme related input into cost and resource planning.
- Keeping everyone informed from site teams to clients, with clear progress updates and honest forecasts.
- Working with our project teams across the Hampshire, Dorset & Salisbury area.
- Developing tender programmes and supporting the preconstruction team with competitive tenders.
- Working with our Bridgend & Ringwood Office and sites across the South West, building strong relationships with stakeholders and operational teams.
- Supporting junior planners and contributing to a collaborative, forward-thinking planning team.
Skills/experience/qualifications
- Experience using either Asta Powerproject or Primavera P6 or MS Project is essential.
- Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Relevant experience as a Planner is preferred but not essential, ideally a background in engineering or site/project management.
- Good understanding of contracts.
- Experience in a range of civil engineering projects.
- Experience in the Water Sector.
Benefits
- Salary in the £50-65k range depending on experience
- Hybrid working but with site visits, candidate will need to be based in Hampshire/Dorset
- Car allowance/car provision tbc
- 26 days annual leave
- Birthday off
- Holiday buy/sell
- Private medical
- Contributory pension scheme