Role: Freelance Construction Planner Location: Solihull (Role includes Tenders & Live Projects) Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Sector: Education & Urban / Inner-City Construction About the Role We are seeking an experienced Freelance Construction Planner based in or within commuting distance of Solihull. This dual-focus role covers both pre-construction tender stage planning and live project delivery. The ideal candidate will bring proven expertise in education sector builds and possess a deep understanding of the unique constraints of inner-city construction (tight footprints, complex logistics, strict noise/traffic controls, and stakeholder management). Key Responsibilities Tender Phase & Pre-Construction Prelim Development: Review and generate project Prelim Books-sourcing pricing and schedules for scaffolding, temporary services, temporary works, craneage, hoardings, site cabins, and site management staffing models. Tender...

We re recruiting a Project Planner to join a growing Planning & Project Controls function supporting major infrastructure and HS2-related projects. This role goes beyond traditional planning you ll play a key part in integrating construction, engineering, procurement, and information delivery , providing clear insight into programme performance, risks, and progress. What you ll be doing: Developing and managing integrated project programmes (MS Project) Monitoring progress, identifying risks, and driving recovery strategies Aligning construction activities with engineering and information deliverables (TIDPs) Producing clear, data-driven reporting for internal and client teams What experience / qualifications would we like you to have? Experience in infrastructure, rail, or construction planning Strong Microsoft Project capability Understanding of project delivery, sequencing, and programme control HS2 / major infrastructure experience desirable...

Assistant Planner Location: Reading & Surrounding Regional Projects Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent About The Company As one of the UK's largest privately-owned construction and development groups they have built a reputation over more than 90 years for delivery excellence, quality, and strong family values. The Southern region continues to secure flagship projects across the Commercial, Industrial, Education, and Residential sectors. They are looking for an ambitious and detailed-oriented Assistant Planner to join the team in Reading. The Role Working alongside our experienced Senior Planners and Project Managers, you will play a key role in the planning, scheduling, and overall delivery of dynamic construction projects across the region. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career with a tier-one contractor, gaining hands-on exposure to both pre-construction tender stages and live on-site delivery. Key Responsibilities Program Development:...

Senior Planner Tier 1 Contractor Ipswich Location: Near Ispwich, Suffolk Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: 95 - 100k basic + Car Allowance + Pension + Benefits The Opportunity Our client don't just build buildings; they build the infrastructure and buildings that keeps the UK moving, and they are looking for a Senior Planner who balances technical mastery with a collaborative spirit. You'll be the strategic backbone of this new major project, translating complex visions into actionable, efficient, and profitable programs. The scheme is a 120 million MOD project working across numerous buildings and work phases with a total budget of approx 120 million and 3.5 year programme of works. Your Impact As a Senior Planner, you won't just be "tracking dates." You will be a key member of the team and a mentor to the wider planning team. Your role involves: Pre-Construction Leadership: Leading the planning process during the bid and tender stage, developing...

Senior Planner Tier 1 Contractor Hampshire Location: Southern Region (Strategic focus on Hampshire, Surrey, Berkshire) Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: 90 - 95k basic + Car Allowance + Pension + Benefits The Opportunity Our client don't just build buildings; they build the infrastructure and buildings that keeps the UK moving. The Southern team is expanding from their offices in reading, and they are looking for a Senior Planner who balances technical mastery with a collaborative spirit. You'll be the strategic backbone of their major projects, translating complex visions into actionable, efficient, and profitable programs. Whether it's a high-tech healthcare facility, a landmark educational hub, or a commercial development, you will ensure we deliver on our promise of excellence. A majority of the work is procured via frameworks so in essence its a bid it, win it, 2nd stage it then take it to site and deliver it philosophy alongside repeat business...

Scheduler / Repairs Planner Location: Surrey Salary: £25,000 to £28,000 Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time, office based Sector: Property Maintenance / Social Housing / Construction I m working with an established property maintenance business looking to add a Scheduler / Repairs Planner to its operational team. This is a busy office based position where you ll be responsible for organising works, booking appointments and helping keep day to day maintenance activity running smoothly. You ll spend a lot of your time speaking with residents, operatives and internal teams, so this would suit somebody who is comfortable on the phone, organised and able to keep on top of a changing workload. Previous experience within social housing, property maintenance, construction or a similar service led environment would be ideal, although the most important thing is that you are confident dealing with people and can stay organised when things get busy. What you ll be doing...

Planner Location: Peterborough Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Competitive Benefits Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced Planner to join our team in Peterborough. In this key position, you will work directly alongside estimating and delivery teams to drive planning excellence and maintain strict control standards across all project phases. You will be instrumental in setting construction logic, maintaining critical paths, protecting commercial interests, and embedding a strong collaborative planning culture from tender through to site completion. Key Responsibilities Planning & Operational Strategy: Support pre-construction and live delivery teams by defining robust project schedules, optimal construction methodologies, and target outputs while ensuring Health & Safety standards are fully integrated into all planning workflows. Win Work (Tender Phase): Produce project plan animations to...

VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We are looking for a talented Senior Planner experienced in planning for civil works, to join our project at Stansted Airport. You will be responsible for: Providing project planning support to the Project Lead and their teams. Ensuring that all clients tender and contractual requirements are understood and complied with in relation to project planning, resource planning and progress planning. Ensuring that the project plans for assigned contracts accurately reflect the technical scope of works Monitoring progress and identifying risks early, ensuring...

Material Planner Pay Rate: 16.00 per hour Location: Desford Job Type: 12-Month Contract (Full-Time) Working Hours: Full-time onsite. Core hours 08:00 to 15:00, with flexible shift options available (e.g., 07:00-15:00 or 08:00-16:00). We are seeking an analytical and proactive Material Planner to join our supply chain team in Desford. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining material availability, supporting continuous supply chain flow, and delivering exceptional service across multiple manufacturing facilities. This position offers broad operational visibility and cross-functional exposure, making it an ideal opportunity for a problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities Supply & Inventory Management: Establish priorities for material needs, manage backorders, expedite/de-expedite orders, and determine alternative supply routes during constraints. Customer & Stakeholder Support: Serve as a key point of...

MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid...

Material Planner Pay Rate: 16.00 per hour Location: Desford Job Type: 12-Month Contract (Full-Time) Working Hours: Full-time onsite. Core hours 08:00 to 15:00, with flexible shift options available (e.g., 07:00-15:00 or 08:00-16:00). We are seeking an analytical and proactive Material Planner to join our supply chain team in Desford. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining material availability, supporting continuous supply chain flow, and delivering exceptional service across multiple manufacturing facilities. This position offers broad operational visibility and cross-functional exposure, making it an ideal opportunity for a problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities Supply & Inventory Management: Establish priorities for material needs, manage backorders, expedite/de-expedite orders, and determine alternative supply routes during constraints. Customer & Stakeholder Support: Serve as a key point of...

M&E Planner - Birmingham Our client, a large MEP Contractor are recruiting for a Mechanical and Electrical Planner to be based in London to work on high value construction projects. Location: Birmingham Rate: - plus additional benefits including car allowance The role: The successful Mechanical and Electrical Planner will be working on various Building Services projects which include Hospitals and schools. Requirements: - Project Planning experience within Construction - Asta Power project, Microsoft Project or Primavera 6 Software - Positive and motivated disposition If you are interested please contact John Baker and Kat Oxlade Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Planner in the Southern Region of our Building Division. Location - Based at our head office in Hoddesdon, with regular site visits and hybrid working available. A full UK driving licence is essential. As a Senior Planner in our Building Division, you'll play a pivotal role in both the Pre-Construction and Construction Delivery teams, driving the success of projects ranging from 1M to 100M in Commercial, Education, Health & Life Sciences and Defence sectors Your strategic insight and technical know-how will...

VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a superb opportunity for a Senior Planner to join our Building Division. Location - Based at our office in Birmingham, with regular site visits and hybrid working available. A full UK driving licence is essential. As a Senior Planner in our Building Division, you'll play a pivotal role in both the Pre-Construction and Construction Delivery teams, driving the success of projects ranging from 1M to 100M in the Industrial/Warehouse and Data Centre sectors Your strategic insight and technical know-how will ensure that every programme is robust, regularly...

MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to...

Planner - Main Contractor Location - Grimsargh, Preston Salary/Package - 70,000 - 75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package About the Company Our client is a long-established and highly respected regional construction contractor with a proud history spanning more than a century. Delivering projects across the North West, they specialise in new build, refurbishment, maintenance, electrical, and joinery services, working across sectors including education, healthcare, commercial, industrial, retail, residential, and leisure. Built on a reputation for quality, integrity, and long-standing client relationships, the business has secured an impressive portfolio of repeat work through framework agreements and strategic partnerships. Their collaborative approach, financial stability, and commitment to delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget make them one of the region's most trusted construction partners. As part of their continued growth, they are now seeking an...

We are working with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor to assist them in hiring a Planner for their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planner to join a busy project environment and play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Working closely with the project and commercial teams, you will help ensure projects are effectively programmed, monitored and delivered to programme. As the Planner your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Developing and maintaining detailed project programmes from pre-construction through to completion Working closely with Project Managers, Site Agents, Engineers and Commercial teams to monitor project progress Reviewing programme performance and identifying potential delays, risks and opportunities Producing regular programme updates, progress reports and supporting information for project meetings Assisting with...

Planner Location: Peterborough Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 + Competitive Benefits Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced Planner to join our team in Peterborough. In this key position, you will work directly alongside estimating and delivery teams to drive planning excellence and maintain strict control standards across all project phases. You will be instrumental in setting construction logic, maintaining critical paths, protecting commercial interests, and embedding a strong collaborative planning culture from tender through to site completion. Key Responsibilities Planning & Operational Strategy: Support pre-construction and live delivery teams by defining robust project schedules, optimal construction methodologies, and target outputs while ensuring Health & Safety standards are fully integrated into all planning workflows. Win Work (Tender Phase): Produce project plan animations to support 4D digital...

Commissioning Planner Primavera P6 Location: Glasgow Contract: Initial 6 months IR35: Outside IR35 Sector: Manufacturing Role Type: Contract The Opportunity Our client is looking for an experienced Commissioning Planner to support the commissioning and start-up phase of a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in the Glasgow area. This is a hands-on Commissioning Planner role requiring strong Primavera P6 capability combined with practical experience of commissioning, completions and handover activities within a regulated manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical or process environment. The successful Commissioning Planner will work closely with commissioning, engineering, construction, validation and project controls teams to develop, maintain and challenge the commissioning schedule through to operational readiness and handover. Commissioning Planner key Responsibilities Develop, maintain and update detailed commissioning...

Our client is a well-established organisation delivering major programmes across the power and energy sector. Due to continued business growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join their Manchester-based team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure and capital investment projects, providing programme planning expertise that supports successful project delivery. You'll play a key role in developing robust project schedules, monitoring performance and working closely with clients and delivery teams to ensure projects remain on track. This position is ideal for an experienced planner who enjoys working in collaborative environments, has excellent technical planning skills and can confidently engage with a wide range of stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain and update detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and, where appropriate, Microsoft Project . Monitor programme performance by analysing progress,...