208 senior planner jobs found in Reading

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...

Senior Planner Hybrid Working | UK-Wide Office Locations Are you an experienced Senior Planner looking to play a key role in delivering major infrastructure and energy projects across the UK? We are seeking a talented Senior Planner to join a growing team working on large-scale transmission and utility projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-value schemes where your planning expertise will directly contribute to successful project delivery from tender stage through to completion. The Role As a Senior Planner, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining detailed project programmes across the design, procurement, and construction phases. Working closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams, Site Engineers, and clients, you will ensure projects remain on track, risks are managed effectively, and contractual obligations are met. This is a hybrid position, offering flexibility to work from home, site locations, and office...

A busy Local Authority Development Management team is looking for an experienced Senior Planner who can take ownership of a caseload and make an immediate contribution. This is a hands-on role for a qualified planner with strong Development Management experience. You will be dealing with a varied caseload of planning applications, providing clear professional advice, negotiating effectively with applicants and developers, and producing robust recommendations and reports. You will need to be confident working in a fast-paced local authority environment, managing deadlines, dealing with competing views and presenting planning matters clearly at committee when required. The role As Senior Planner, you will be responsible for: * Managing and progressing a varied caseload of planning applications * Assessing proposals against local and national planning policy and legislation * Interpreting plans, appeal decisions, court decisions and relevant planning...

Our client, a leading consultancy in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Planner to join their team on a contract basis in Derby. Key Responsibilities: Developing, maintaining and updating project schedules using Oracle Primavera P6 Collaborating with project teams to ensure schedules are met and projects are delivered on time Conducting regular progress reviews and providing updates on project timelines Identifying potential schedule risks and developing mitigation plans Communicating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards Providing detailed reports and presentations on project status Job Requirements: Experience in planning within the defence or nuclear sectors Proficiency with Oracle Primavera P6 Strong team collaboration and communication skills Security clearance (SC) or having held SC previously Ability to work part-time, 2-3 days per week, in Derby Availability to...

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...

Planner - Water AMP8 Location: Rickmansworth (Flexible Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-time Work Type: Long-term Contract Our client, a T1 Contractor is looking to strengthen their Planning team with the addition of an experienced Planner. You will take ownership of multiple project plans, driving delivery teams to achieve programme objectives while proactively challenging delays and deviations. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your expertise, with support and mentoring from Senior Planners to help you grow into a leading planning professional. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and manage robust, detailed project plans across the full project lifecycle Ensure project plans reflect complete scope, with appropriate resource allocation and loading Identify risks and opportunities within programmes, monitoring critical paths and key milestones Provide clear insights and recommendations to delivery teams on programme changes Review, challenge, and integrate...

Principal Town Planning Consultant / Officer Home Counties £65-68 per hour - Dependant on experience   Job Ref - 66671   Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the Home Counties in their search for a very experienced Town Planner to assist in delivering an application on behalf of the council for several thousand units extensive infrastructure and community facilities, in one of the region's most significant planning projects.   The successful contractor will focus on the part of the scheme, delivered in partnership with developers, centred around progressing the first phase through Reserved Matters stages, initially focusing on infrastructure before residential delivery.   Key Responsibilities ·Leading on Reserved Matters applications for a major strategic site ·Managing infrastructure and residential planning matters ·Liaising with developers, consultants, stakeholders, and planning teams ·Handling engagement with a highly vocal local...

Principal Town Planning Policy Officer Southeast £50-60+ per hour - Dependant on experience   Job Ref - 66809   Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the Southeast in their search for a very experienced Town Planner to assist the Planning Policy Department.   Person spec: ·Experience in planning policy in local authority ·Experience of site assessment as part of Land Availability Assessment (LAA) ·Knowledge of the new plan-making system and draft National Planning Policy Framework   ·Experience in writing briefs and undertaking procurement within local authority setting ·Preferrable - knowledge of Sustainability Appraisal/ Strategic Environmental Assessment for Local Plans ·Experience of working on evidence and baseline requirements supporting local plan preparation ·Skills - ability to work independently with minimal supervision, good IT skills and understanding of GIS, good attention to detail and time management.   Working...

Senior Planning Lead - SAP Transformation My global FMCG/Pharma client is looking for an experienced Senior Planning Lead to work e2e on a SAP S4/HANA transformation programmw The role is fully remote and you must be able to start ASAP As the senior SAP PMO Planning Lead you will be accountable for establishing and owning a fully client-led integrated planning capability for the programme.The role has authority to review, challenge and assure all system integration planning deliverables against the Statement of Work, ensuring plans are logically sound, fully integrated and aligned to agreed milestones, dependencies and outcomes. You will own the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and provide clear, evidence-based insights to support programme decision-making, re-planning, and delivery confidence. Essential Has full SAP PMO Planning lead experience. Must be a LEAD PLANNER with e2e planning experience Has worked on S4/HANH transformation projects Ha owned the integrated Master...

Planning Manager Portsmouth 12 Months £50 per hour Umbrella   Seeking a highly skilled Project Planner looking to work at the forefront of Space and Defence technology? We are seeking an Integrated Planning Manager to join our team, supporting major strategic programmes and high-growth projects within our Space Digital UK division.   The Role In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the creation and management of complex, multi-level schedules. You will act as a strategic partner to Project Managers, ensuring that every phase of our missions—from bid to delivery—is accurately planned and tracked.   Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain top-level and IPT schedules, ensuring robust logic and dependency linking. Analyze project costs against forward load, track payment milestones, and manage risk analysis. Provide consolidated monthly and quarterly project reports and Critical Path Analysis to senior management. Implement Change Control procedures and maintain...

Our client, operating within the rail industry, is currently seeking a PTS Senior Engineer to join their team for a contract on a large geotechnical renewal scheme based in Bristol. This pivotal role offers a blend of site-based responsibilities in Bristol, office-based duties, and some home working flexibility. Key Responsibilities: Managing all engineering delivery on-site for a key high-value scheme Producing and managing material approvals, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and Red Line drawings Coordinating with clients and attending regular meetings Compiling Work Package Plans (WPP) and Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMs) Overseeing and guiding junior engineers Setting out as required using GPS and total station Potential for weekend and night-time working Job Requirements: Experience in civils, drainage, and geotechnical engineering, ideally within a Tier 1 contractor environment Proficient communicator with strong technical and leadership skills...

About the job Policy Consultant Human Resources Division 12 month FTC Hybrid Salary: £42,254 - £56,535 Organisation: University of Cambridge An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join the Human Resources Division as a Policy Consultant at the University of Cambridge. This role will support the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures across a complex and highly collaborative organisation. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering best-practice people policies, supporting organisational change initiatives, and building strong relationships with stakeholders and recognised trade unions. The Role As Policy Consultant, you will support the drafting, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and frameworks that align with organisational objectives and employment legislation. Working closely with senior colleagues and key stakeholders, you will provide guidance on employee...

Principal Planning Officer - PPA Projects East Midlands Pay Rate Negotiable DOE (OUTSIDE IR35 possible) Initial 6 month contract (could extend) Job Ref - 67066 A Local Authority is looking for an experienced Planning Officer to support two live Planning Performance Agreement (PPA) projects, including a large-scale residential development and a commercial masterplanning scheme. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing both projects concurrently, ensuring applications progress in line with agreed delivery frameworks and timescales. Role Specific · Mainly remote-working arrangement, except for site visits and key progress meetings · Approx. 30-37 hours per week · Late June start anticipated · Experience working within a Local Authority Development Management team · Proven experience managing PPA schemes · Experience dealing with major planning applications and/or masterplanning projects · Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy ·...

Job Title: Civil Engineer Salary: £50 - £60 (dependent on experience) Location: Reading Type: Contract - Inside IR35, hybrid working About the Role: Our client is seeking a Civil Engineer with 5+ years' experience who is ready to hit the ground running. You'll work closely with a senior engineer on a diverse portfolio of projects, including large-scale civil schemes and complex mechanical and electrical designs. Your work will cover design development and, when design work slows, involvement in project management and commercial activities. This role offers significant development opportunities due to the breadth of experience it provides. About Our Client: Our client is a well-established engineering organisation delivering innovative and complex infrastructure projects across the UK. They value versatility, technical expertise, and the opportunity for engineers to develop across multiple disciplines. Key Responsibilities: Design development across civil, mechanical, and...

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...

Job Title: Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Location: Reading area, Berkshire Rate: £36–38 per hour, Limited Company outside IR35scope Job Type: Contract,  2 months ongoing initially, potential to extend Rotating Shifts: Primarily Monday to Friday – 9-hour  shifts rotating Client: Manufacturing, Immediate hire for ongoing maintenance support The Opportunity: Contract Mechanical Maintenance Engineer We’re recruiting for an experienced Contract Mechanical Bias Maintenance Engineer to provide hands-on mechanical maintenance support within a busy, automated production and packaging environment. This is a great opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability. This client needs… ✔ Strong multi-skilled mechanical fault diagnosis ✔ Experience with conveyors, motors, pneumatics, drives, sensors, presses, hoppers, silos  & basic  Electrical PLCs ✔ Preventive maintenance ✔ Quick turnaround...

I'm currently looking to recruit a Planner P6 - Defence/ Nuclear environment, with exposure working in SC cleared environment. Looking for experienced planners to join a contract for 12 + months, working on site in Reading Essential skills: 2-5 years experience in planning P6 Primavera Background in highly regulated industry Recent experience working in Highly secured environments (DV) - Candidates holding Active Clearance will benefit of a quick start date.Application Deadline: Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available. If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public Sector, please reach out (phone number removed) (extension 8144) and ask for Cristina Ghenu or you may email me at Disability confident and Armed forces -GIS As a member of the disability confident scheme and Armed Forces our client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability/ are present or ex members or the Armed Forces/ partners/ spouse...

We are currently seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver for our commercial relocation client based in Reading. This is a temporary ongoing position, offering the opportunity to join a thriving and dynamic team. As this role involves the movement of office furniture and other physical tasks, it is ideally suited to someone who enjoys being active and is physically fit. There are day shifts available over all days of the week. Ad Hoc Temporsry work. Pay Rates : Standard: £17 per hour + holiday allowance OT, Saturdays and Sundays – £20.00 per hour 8h guaranteed Key Responsibilities: * Conducting daily vehicle check * Adhering to health and safety regulations * Safely carrying out all driving and manual handling duties * Using all equipment according to safe working practices * Loading and unloading office furniture * Assisting and working collaboratively with a team of porter Requirements: * Valid HGV Class 2 licence and full CPC * Digital tachograph card * Strong...

SW-007-VoidMul-235 Multi-Trader £25 - £26 per hour Working for a maintenance contractor in their voids team Long term temp-to-perm Voids will be located in the Reading area Position good to knows * This is a temp-to-perm role covering a voids contract in the Reading and surrounding areas * A van and fuel will be offered when the role moves to a permanent position so in between time materials will be delivered to site/void you are working in * During the temp period you will only need to get to the location you are working at with your tools, you will not need to carry materials to site * Parking is available at the location you will be working at You will be working for an established Maintenance Contractor within the inhouse maintenance delivery team who carry out repairs, planned works and voids to the organisations extensive housing stock. This role will be working within their voids team covering RG postcodes. **You must have a full...

Mechanical Engineer Contract Aldermaston SC / DV Clearance Required Are you a Mechanical Engineer with experience supporting complex engineering projects within highly regulated environments? Do you enjoy producing technical documentation, engineering calculations and supporting projects from concept through to delivery? Would you like to work for a growing SME delivering specialist packages of work directly into AWE? What's in it for you? • ~ £60p/h DOE • Outside IR35 • Long term project work • Opportunity to work with a specialist engineering SME supporting AWE projects • Overtime opportunities available What will you be doing? • Producing mechanical engineering documentation and design deliverables • Supporting concept, scheme and detailed design activities • Carrying out engineering calculations, assessments and technical reports • Supporting project delivery across design, manufacture, installation and testing activities • Attending project meetings and design...