Planner

Costain Group PLC

. Prepare robust contract programmes linking design, procurement, construction, installation, commissioning and handover throughout the project lifecycle .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeNewcastle upon Tyne • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project planning and management within civil engineering and infrastructure, with a strong focus on NEC contract requirements and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in producing and maintaining project schedules, implementing project controls, and delivering high-quality work in dynamic environments.

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Project Planning ExperienceNEC Contract KnowledgePrimavera P6 ProficiencyStakeholder EngagementChange Control Process Management

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingChange ControlEarned Value AnalysisBaseline ProductionCritical Path Analysis

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingFlexibilityAdaptabilityCommunication SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Primavera P6Reporting Dashboards

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Engineering QualificationCSCSFull UK Driving Licence

Industry Keywords

Civil EngineeringUtilitiesInfrastructureWater Industry ExperienceEnterprise Working Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare robust contract programmes linking design, procurement, construction, installation, commissioning and handover throughout the project lifecycle
Display and analyse the project critical path and advise the project team and client on results and corrective actions
Produce and maintain project baselines and execute the change control process
Update schedules to reflect progress, change events, risks and opportunities
Produce fully logic-linked programmes aligned with NEC contract requirements
Support the site delivery team with short-term lookahead programmes
Produce programmes and documentation in accordance with company practices and procedures
Manage several programmes and support Planning Engineers/Junior Planning Engineers, including supervision and work checking
Support project controls implementation, including earned value analysis, reporting dashboards and performance metrics
Monitor site delivery programmes and update contractual submissions to Northumbrian Water across live sites in County Durham

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in project planning within civil engineering, utilities or major infrastructure
Construction / engineering experience
Understanding of NEC contract mechanisms and programme requirements
Ability to engage and build strong relationships with stakeholders
Ability to work and learn quickly in a fast-paced, fun and dynamic environment
Commitment to delivering high-quality work and exceeding expectations
Flexibility and adaptability to respond rapidly to unexpected events
Excellent written and oral presentation skills, including presenting complex interdependencies clearly
Relevant engineering or project management qualification
CSCS
Full UK driving licence
Water industry experience (desirable)
Enterprise working experience (desirable)
Proficiency in Primavera P6 (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Disability Confident employer interview commitment for applicants who disclose a disability and meet the minimum criteria
Individual feedback following an interview
Permanent employment option