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Senior Planning Engineer

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: CO1, Colchester, Essex

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Senior Planning Engineer
Ready to contribute to the future of civil engineering? Our client are looking for a Senior Planning Engineer to join their dynamic team at the Head Office in Ipswich. If you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges and want to play a key role in delivering major civil engineering projects, this could be your next move.
This is more than just planning, it’s a chance to influence complex projects from the ground up.
What You’ll Be Doing:
You’ll bring your site experience and strategic thinking together to:
  * Analyse tender documentation and develop smart, efficient delivery strategies
  * Explore and challenge alternative construction methods to drive best outcomes
  * Collaborate closely with technical and tender teams to ensure buildability and compliance
  * Support bid submissions with clear, well-structured programmes and planning insight
  * Provide expert advice on construction methods, sequencing, and problem-solving
  * Contribute to innovative thinking by staying up to date with industry trends and legislation
Experience:
We’re seeking someone who combines practical site knowledge with forward-thinking planning expertise:
  * Strong background in civil engineering site operations
  * HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering (minimum)
  * Confident communicator who works well within a collaborative team
  * Experience with planning tools such as Asta or Microsoft Project is a plus (training available)
  * A proactive mindset with a passion for finding better ways to deliver projects
Some benefits include:
  * Life assurance (4x annual salary)
  * Company pension with up to 8% matched contributions
  * Hybrid working for better work-life balance
  * 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy more
  * Ongoing training and clear development pathways
  * Cycle-to-work scheme
  * Employee Assistance Programme
  * Early finish every Friday (“The Great Escape”)
  * Access to a flexible benefits platform
  * Free on-site parking
  * A vibrant social calendar, including charity events and team days
  * A genuinely supportive environment focused on your career progression
Ready to make an impact?
Join a team where your expertise helps shape real-world infrastructure and where your career can grow alongside exciting projects.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK

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