Job Description

Ref 78238 Vacancy title Senior Planner Function(s) Project Management Contract type Full time permanent Region National Location(s) Salford Quays Description
Be the Force That Keeps Complex Projects on Track
Ready to take control of schedules that power progress? At BakerHicks, we're looking for an experienced Senior Planner to lead planning for projects in the power sector while also working across a wide range of sectors including life sciences, transportation, and other sectors. This is your chance to make an impact on projects that matter, without being pigeonholed into one area.
What You'll Do

• Develop and manage robust project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Collaborate with project managers and design teams to keep programmes accurate and up to date.
• Produce weekly and monthly reports, monitor progress, and identify risks.
• Engage with clients and internal teams to ensure alignment and deliver excellence.

What We're Looking For

• Extensive background in engineering planning, preferably with exposure to HV/Power or other regulated sectors.
• Hands-on experience with Primavera P6.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts, risk management, and commercial awareness.
• Ability to travel to other BakerHicks offices and project locations and work in a hybrid model.
• Bonus: German language skills.

Preferable: P6 P106 certification.
Apply now and be the force behind projects that matter.
Why BakerHicks?
We offer exposure to complex projects, professional development opportunities.
Apply now and be the force behind projects that matter.
BakerHicks has been delivering excellence in engineering, design, and project delivery since 1957. With 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we offer you the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance communities and contribute to sustainable growth.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.
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About BakerHicks
We've been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: .
BakerHicks. A company.
Benefits
Whatever your discipline, you'll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.
What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance

• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

• Life assurance scheme

• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)

• Flexible/hybrid working

• Family friendly policies

• Employee assistance

• Professional development

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout. BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.
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