Senior Planning Engineer

Bristol, Gloucestershire
Carmichael Uk

An opportunity exists for a senior planning professionals who can bring structure, clarity, and strategic vision to a major infrastructure project.

You will be expected to take the lead on complex infrastructure projects, leveraging cutting-edge tools and forward-thinking methodologies to shape national energy solutions. Whether overseeing offshore wind connections, substation builds, or underground cabling programmes this is planning that truly makes a difference.

Your duties will include

• Develop, manage, and maintain fully resourced, logically linked programmes across all project stages.
• Lead the creation and presentation of compelling tender programmes and planning strategies that influence bid outcomes.
• Oversee the management and performance of contract programmes, ensuring alignment with commercial and operational objectives.
• Identify project risks, analyse impacts, and implement robust mitigation measures.
• Provide detailed planning updates, progress reports, KPIs, and strategic insights to project leadership.
• Lead and mentor junior planners, fostering a collaborative team environment and sharing knowledge.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Commercial teams, and Clients to maintain alignment and drive successful project outcomes.
• Drive the continuous improvement of planning processes, tools, and methodologies.

Duties include

• Preferably a degree/diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or a similar field.
• Significant experience in a planning role on major infrastructure or energy projects for tier one Principal Contractors.
• Previous hands-on site delivery experience as an Engineer
• Advanced proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject, alongside Excel and reporting tools.
• Deep knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, earned value analysis, QSRA, and TRA methodologies.
• A strategic and analytical mindset with a sharp eye for programme risk and opportunity.
• Exceptional communication skills to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• The ability to lead independently and collaboratively within a hybrid, fast-paced delivery environment.

If you are interested in this opportunity, then kindly lodge your CV here now.