Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. The scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds. This role will work on the HS2 project, the UK’s new high speed rail network designed to stimulate economic growth across Britain by freeing up space on existing railways and connecting 8 of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services.

The Senior Planner will assist the Planning Manager in developing and monitoring the programme, ensuring compliance with SCS planning standards and HS2 requirements to deliver a safe, efficient and cost-effective programme that meets all required access dates, milestones and key dates. Reporting directly to the Planning Manager, the role involves close collaboration with multiple teams and stakeholders.

Flexible working options are welcomed and can be discussed during the interview process, including part-time, remote working, or compressed hours, with the aim to explore what is possible for the role.

Key Responsibilities
- Assist in development of the programme structure, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), calendars and dates aligned with Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) and Employer’s data dictionary.
- Support development of cost and resource loaded programmes during ECI Stage One and Two, ensuring submission meets delivery milestones.
- Ensure programme compliance with Employer’s Planning requirements, contract data and works information.
- Contribute to programme risk assessment and analysis, including mitigation measures.
- Interface with BIM, design, estimation, construction and other teams to provide planning data.
- Work with BIM team to integrate construction programme and BIM model.
- Monitor progress and regularly update the programme, forecasting potential issues and proposing mitigation.
- Cooperate with Project Controls Manager, Reporting Manager and Change Management on construction programme matters.
- Liaise with client’s construction planning team and other works packages to share best practice and continuous improvement.
- Pursue excellence and continuous improvement of SCS construction planning processes.
- Assess changes and PMIs and communicate impacts.
- Review and assess supply chain programmes and integrate into main programme.
- Maintain short and medium term programmes to meet main programme objectives.

About the Company
The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is a collaborative joint venture delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. You will be part of a wider team with opportunities to take on additional responsibility and join networks supporting women, military personnel, and LGBT+ staff. Participation in cultural and social events with the local community, such as STEM ambassador activities, is encouraged.

Personal and professional development is highly valued, with support available for further study, professional membership, or attainment. HS2 and its partners are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and encourage diversity in their workforce.

Experience
- Prior experience in a planning function within civil engineering projects.
- Background in Heavy Civils projects.
- Knowledge of asset structures, planning standards, WBS and planning processes.
- Competence in Primavera P6 and Tilos.
- Understanding of Safety, Environment and Risk Management.

About you
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams and stakeholders.
- Proactive approach to continuous improvement and problem solving.

Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or an appropriate professional qualification.