27 lead project planner jobs found

Reporting to the Planning Lead, this Senior Planner opportunity is offered on a short-term basis to provide parental cover. You will play a key role in maintaining and developing project programmes to ensure schemes remain on schedule from early design through to completion and handover. Initially focused on pre-construction, you will oversee the design programme and progressively build a comprehensive delivery schedule as design information becomes available. The programme will then be actively managed throughout the construction phase to final closeout. Key Responsibilities Develop detailed tender and contract programmes using the agreed planning software, integrating design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover activities across the full project lifecycle Identify and analyse the critical path, providing clear insight to the project team and client, along with recommendations for corrective action Establish and maintain programme baselines, managing...

Chemical Plant Decommissioning Programme * Role: Mechanical Maintenance Planner/Decommissioning Planner * Location: Barry, South Wales * Duration: Initial 12-month contract with long-term continuation expected through to 2028/2029 * Payment: Can be paid monthly like salary OR hourly * Rate: £28.85 - £31.25 per hour (equivalent to £60,000 - £65,000 per annum based on a 40-hour week) - Negotiable depending on exprience * Hours: 40 hours per week + overtime available * Start Date: ASAP Overview Ceto Talent are supporting a major industrial organisation on a large-scale chemical plant decommissioning programme in South Wales. The facility, operating within a high-hazard COMAH environment, is undergoing a phased decommissioning programme following closure announcements made last year. The project is expected to continue through to at least 2028/2029, offering long-term opportunities for experienced planning professionals. We are seeking a Decommissioning Planner to develop...

Senior Planner – Water AMP8 Location: Bournemouth (Flexible Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-time Work Type: Long-term Contract Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to lead the development and management of project programmes, ensuring successful delivery against key milestones. You will collaborate with project and commercial teams, identify risks and opportunities, and drive performance, while mentoring junior planners and supporting continuous improvement across the planning function. Key Responsibilities Develop tender programmes from documentation, ensuring compliance and realism Prepare, update, and submit contract programmes in line with requirements Support and lead collaborative planning workshops Lead the development of Construction Phase 4D planning Maintain baseline programmes and track progress against them Liaise with project teams to ensure consistency in methodology and outputs Identify risks and opportunities during the planning process Monitor...

Hello there, I'm writing to get in touch to see if you're interested in assisting Local Authorities nationwide with their Transport Planning & Passenger Transport teams. Specialists within Transport Strategy, Development Management and SEND/Home-to-School Transport. Local Authorities have recently requested Job Titles, similar to the below (to name a handful) * Passenger Transport Manager * Road Harm Reduction Transport Strategy Consultant * Home-to-School Transport Manager * Transport Strategy Manager * Senior/Principal Transport Planner * LEVI Project Lead/Manager * BSIP/Enhanced Partnership Lead * Sustainable Transport Team Lead/Officer * Development Control Officer * Active Travel Lead * ZEBRA Programme Manager If any of these positions above are of interest, or a field you work within, for any reason, I'm happy to be a conduit between you and a new opportunity. I'd welcome a CV with open arms and am happy to add you to my records and conduct an...

Position Title: Chassis Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Newark, California USA Essential Criteria: Chassis Engineer Summary: The main function of a Design Engineer is to research and investigate the design, functionality and maintenance of mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes. A typical design engineer has the ability to make engineering drawings, and read and interpret blueprints. Job Responsibilities: Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices. Research and analyse customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects. Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using tools, equipment or software. Skills: Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability. Team player and detail oriented. Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations....

Mechanical Project Engineer CONTRACT 6XMONTHS Rugby My client is a leading engineering and infrastructure contractor that has been awarded by Severn Trent to deliver critical infrastructure upgrades to the sewage treatments works known as AMP8. They require as Mechanical Project Engineer who excels at the implementation of design, procurement, and package management. You will lead the early-stage mechanical design integration with the supply chain and delivery team, translate those designs into procurement packages, and serve as the mechanical package Lead for subcontractors as the project moves from the design phase into manufacturing and site delivery, installation and commissioning. Any previous experience working on AMP 6 or AMP 7 projects would be of particular interest. Responsibilities Core Responsibilities 1. Early-Stage Design & Integration • Internal & External Coordination: Lead the integration of internal mechanical design with specialist third-party...

MEP Design Manager - M&E Systems (BMS & Fire Systems) Skillset: MEP/Design Management/Technical Solutions/CDM Management Job location: North Acton Base Working hours: Weekdays Contract: Permanent As the Design Manager for MEPH systems you will take a leading role in the completion of the Stage 5 (Design for Construction & Manufacturing) MEPH design. You will be the principle point of contact for design for the allocated subcontract supply chain members, in this instance the BMS and Fire Systems packages. Your role will oversee the delivery of the design on 12No assets along the line of route for the London Tunnels. You will report to the Lead MEP Design Manager. Working collaboratively with the supply chain partners you will ensure that the subcontract and technical requirements are met, and that lessons are learnt between assets, consistently improving efficiency and our value offering as the works progress. Key Responsibilities Stage 5 Supply Chain Design...

NES Fircroft are working on behalf of an industry leading power cabling client, sourcing a site Quality Advisor. The Site Quality Advisor will be responsible for site works on the project in regard to Quality, ISO and intercompany standards. Supporting on a high-profile project at the forefront of the green energy transition. Site Quality Advisor Contract position Hybrid working: locations Dunbar and Seaham The chosen candidate will plan, organize, lead and monitor all Quality work during site execution to ensure we satisfy customer expectations. This includes works undertaken internally in addition to the work performed by our subcontractors and/or partners as required for the project. Please note this has been assessed as Inside IR35 (PAYE Umbrella Only). Accountabilities Site Quality Planning Review contractual and local requirements applicable to site quality Review lessons learnt from previous projects and relevant project plans (e.g SQP, SMP) Review Contractor...

ROLE TITLE Offshore Agent - Major Projects - Infrastructure Reporting to: Package Manager Location: Bristol Offshore and offsite periodically to support the works. ROLE PURPOSE To lead and control package(s) of works based on specific experience. Management of a team of engineers (Section Engineer and below) and supply chain partner associated with the specific discipline.Organisational: Manages a team of Section Engineers, Site Engineers, Offshore Client Representatives and Supply Chain partnersHealth Safety & Environmental Approves and reviews Method Statements and Risk Assessments and makes improvements as appropriate Able to coordinate an Accident / Incident Investigation Carries out trend analysis and identifies improvement areas from audits and near misses Oversees vessel/site audits and confirms the sufficiency of control documentationEngineering Control Guides & coaches subordinates in technical requirements associated with offshore installation work scope...

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Senior Design Engineer for a leading multi-national manufacturing client based in Peterborough. This is an initial 24 month contract position working fully on site. Working hours Mon – Thurs 08:30 – 16:45 Fri 08:30 – 16:15 Pay Rate is £35.37ph PAYE or £48.01ph Umbrella ***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK*** Duties of the role/Responsibilities • This role will be focused on design solutions to address challenging requirements, from projects within New Product Introduction. The successful candidate will serve as an experienced contributor on assignments that are complex in nature, working with individuals and teams across global Manufacturing sites, suppliers and customers. • Design and packaging engine components such as major aluminium and cast iron castings, geartrain, valvetrain, drivetrain and in-cylinder components. • Input to system design...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Project Procurement Manager on a 6-9 Month Rolling Contract, based in Greater Manchester / Hybrid. Role Summary As part of the Project Team, you will Integrate Procurement in the project management process and organise, control and monitor all Procurement activities in a project. * To develop and drive the Procurement strategy of assigned activities to ensure cost effective purchasing to meet cost targets and expediting to meet programmes. * Develop and deliver Procurement Strategy for allocated Projects, issue RFQ’s, conduct negotiation with suppliers, drive the selection process and raise/issue Purchase orders in accordance with Procurement Procedures, to meet objectives. (typically up to £15 million) * Working in an autonomous manner using acquired knowledge and skills, to make key procurement decisions within limits of authority, to support the Procurement Manager in ensuring that the business has a professional...

The Client Our client is one of the UK’s leading building services engineering companies with an annual turnover in excess of £250m. They currently require an experienced Mechanical Site Manager to work in Leeds city centre on a sizeable, new build residential project set to last for around 12 months. The Role and its Responsibilities * To support the project mechanically from 'cradle to grave' * Providing technical support to testing operatives * Inspections of installations and site * Checking and final sign off of installations * Organizing site teams * Working to H&S regulatory standards * Attending meetings on projects * Management of sub-contractors The Individual A suitable candidate should have extensive experience in a Mechanical Site Manager or Supervisor role and will have worked their way up from the tools. The role needs a confident individual who can work in a sometimes-pressurised environment, a team player and leader! You must be organised and...

Hours - 4pm to 2:30am Monday to Thursday, 4pm to 1:30am Friday. 4pm to 8pm @ £27.50 per hour 8pm to 2:30am / 1:30am @ £33 per hour Job Description: The quality inspector shall travel to various supplier facilities to perform visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts, assemblies, and / or sub-assemblies. Parts will be inspected to engineering drawings, customer purchase order(s), industry standards, and specifications. The inspector will be required to report inspection accept / reject information directly to the customer via web application. Requirements: Candidate must have practical experience performing in-process and final inspections on complex machined parts, assemblies, and / or sub-assemblies. The inspections will be performed to engineering requirements specified per ANSI Y14.5 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) or equivalent standard. Must have the ability to read / interpret engineering drawings and Purchase Orders (POs). The candidate...

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...

Our client is currently seeking a Nuclear Cost Engineer to join their Business Management sub-function on a contract basis. Based in Reading, this role entails providing and delivering cost engineering capability in support of nuclear projects. Key Responsibilities: Conduct full and detailed SPI, CPI variance analysis and subsequent root cause analysis, followed by provision of narrative, recommendations and recovery planning in accordance with monthly reporting timescales Establish the Project Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) and lead on the preparation of cost studies utilising historical data and developing benchmarking information to meet specific needs Provide trended data to the Project Manager based on performance to date and emerging trends including making recommendations Prepare, monitor and control forecasts and budgets for specified projects, including change control Interrogate systems and performance to ascertain actual expenditure and project accruals as needed...

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...

Location: Bristol (4-5 days per week onsite) Duration: 12 month initial contract Rate: £50ph UMB (Inside IR35) Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain UK SC clearance. Role details: Our client, a key player in the defence and security sector, is currently looking for a Project Engineer to join their team in Bristol on a contract basis. This role supports the delivery of integration tools to customers, acting as the liaison between the Systems Engineering section and Manufacturing. The position demands a proactive approach to ensure timely delivery of critical path activities. This position is for 12 months with the possibility of extension. Key Responsibilities: Supporting the delivery of integration tools to customers by liaising between Systems Engineering and Manufacturing Working with Project Leads and development teams to ensure timely delivery of critical path activities Collaborating within an agile development team of mixed discipline engineers to deliver...

Job Title: Nights Lead Engineer Location: Wirral Industry: FMCG / Manufacturing Are you a mechanically biased Engineer that enjoys working a night shift and would welcome a 4-day working week? Are you used to working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ideally within bottling or aerosol manufacturing? Are you happy being the Lead Engineer on shift, responsible for breakdowns, when necessary, whilst also being passionate about efficiencies and continuous improvement? If so, this role may be for you! Aspion Engineering are partnered with a well-established FMCG business based on the Wirral that, due to customer demand and continued growth, are expanding their engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanically biased Engineer looking to take ownership on shift within a fast-paced production environment. The business can offer some strong growth and development, and they offer strong investment into the site, and the chance to play a key...

Site Planner – Manufacturing (D365 Implementation) On‑site | 37.5 hours per week Overview We’re a manufacturing business with a busy cores operation and a lot going on. Right now, we’re rolling out Microsoft Dynamics 365, and we need someone who actually understands how production planning works in the real world — not just how it looks on a screen. This role matters because if the plan’s wrong, everything else follows it off a cliff. You’ll be the person making sure our production plans are realistic, customer commitments make sense, and D365 supports the business rather than slowing it down. The role You’ll own production planning for the site while helping embed those processes into D365. That means balancing capacity, materials, people, and customer demand — then keeping everyone aligned when things inevitably change. You’ll work closely with Operations, Engineering, Sales, Finance, and Customer Liaison. You’ll spot risks early, call them out clearly, and help put...

The Commercial and Procurement Lead will report to the Senior Project Commercial Manager and will be part of a major, commercial-scale construction project to build a stability Island and long-duration energy storage facility in Carrington.   Supported by a Procurement Manager and Procurement Specialist the Commercial and Procurement Lead will be responsible for: Maintaining the Procurement Plan for all UK based activities and ensuring all contracts are placed in line with the project schedule. Performing the Commercial Panel Secretary role. Provide commercial advice, direction and guidance to Package Leads across various contracts ranging from consultancy services, logistics services, materials and equipment supplies. Assuring adherence to processes and procedures across the project. Developing and assuring commercial reporting across these frameworks and contracts. Developing and maintaining a comprehensive contract register for the project. Liasing with Finance and Accounts...