Senior Planner

Location: Yorkshire / North West (site-based 4 days per week)
Rate: £450–£550 per day (Inside IR35, via Umbrella)
Contract: 12 months initially (strong potential to extend)
Start Date: ASAP

We are recruiting for an experienced Planner or Senior Planner to join one of the largest infrastructure projects in the North of the UK – a multi-billion-pound rail enhancement and electrification programme. This is a rare chance to play a key role on a career-defining scheme, upgrading transport links between major northern cities.

• Long-term contract on a flagship £2bn+ rail programme
• Highly competitive day rate – £450–£550 inside IR35
• Be part of a respected, supportive, and collaborative planning team
• A client renowned for being second to none in how they treat their contract workforce
• Work on major civil engineering packages including bridges, stations, structures, and earthworks

• Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project programmes (Primavera P6 experience desirable)
• Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure accurate and realistic planning
• Identify risks, delays, and opportunities, recommending effective mitigation measures
• Produce progress updates, dashboards, and reports for stakeholders
• Provide a strong site presence (expected 4 days per week) to engage with engineers and delivery teams
• Support performance tracking, earned value, and forecasting

We are looking for a hands-on, proactive planner with experience across civil engineering sectors such as rail, highways, water, or structures. You will be:

• An experienced Planner or Senior Planner (not just a scheduler)
• Organised, detail-driven, and able to communicate effectively at all levels
• Strong in stakeholder engagement, with excellent command of the English language
• Confident working closely with project teams on site

If you’re interested, please click Apply Now or send your CV directly to [Your Email]. For an informal discussion, contact Jordan Lee on (phone number removed).

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation