Project Planner – Sizewell C

Up to £575 per day | Umbrella PAYE | 12-Month Contract | ASAP Start

We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to support major enabling and earthworks packages on the Sizewell C nuclear new-build project.

Working closely with the planning lead, delivery teams and supply chain, you will help develop and maintain construction programmes, monitor progress and identify mitigation measures to minimise potential delays.

Contract Details

• Rate: Up to £575 per day, Umbrella PAYE (all-inclusive rate)

• Duration: 12-month contract (maternity cover)

• Start: ASAP

• Working hours: Monday-Friday, 42.5 hours per week

• Location: Primarily based at the logistics park in Ipswich, with occasional visits to Sizewell C site

• Working pattern: Initially fully office-based, with the opportunity to move to a hybrid pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 remotely once established in the role

• Security: Must be eligible for BPSS clearance

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and coordination of construction delivery programmes, working closely with senior planners, delivery teams and the supply chain.

• Help establish construction methodologies, sequencing, programme durations, productivity and resource requirements.

• Maintain and update project schedules to reflect construction progress and performance.

• Identify potential programme delays and critical slippage, recommending appropriate mitigation measures.

• Coordinate with project stakeholders to support effective planning and delivery of the works.

Essential Requirements

• Experience providing planning services on large, complex construction or infrastructure projects.

• Strong experience using planning software such as Primavera P6, MS Project or Asta Powerproject.

• Understanding of construction methodologies, including plant, equipment, labour and resource requirements.

• Relevant CSCS card.

• Eligibility to obtain BPSS clearance.

A degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction would be advantageous.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working on heavy civils, earthworks or enabling works packages.

• Background on major infrastructure or nuclear new-build projects, particularly Hinkley Point C or Sizewell C.

• Experience coordinating programmes across multiple delivery teams and supply chain partners.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects, supporting the delivery of a major nuclear new-build programme on a long-term contract.