Senior Planner – High-Profile West End Development
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Planner to join a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor on a flagship mixed-use development in London’s West End.
The Project
You will be working on a high-value, prime mixed-use scheme in a prestigious central London location, delivering a combination of:
- Luxury retail space across lower levels
- High-spec office accommodation above
- A technically complex multi-level basement
- Architecturally sensitive design within a constrained urban environment
This project presents significant challenges including restricted logistics, phased construction, and intricate sequencing, making it ideal for a planner looking to work on a standout scheme.
The Role
As Senior Planner, you will take a key role in both project delivery and pre-construction, working closely with site, commercial, and design teams.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and managing detailed construction programmes
- Monitoring site progress and reporting against key milestones
- Leading planning strategy for complex construction elements, including basement works and structural sequencing
- Supporting logistics and programme optimisation in a constrained city-centre environment
- Producing tender programmes and contributing to client presentations, including 4D planning
- Identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
About You
- Proven experience as a Senior Planner or experienced Planner within a main contractor environment
- Strong track record delivering complex projects in London or similar urban settings
- Experience with basements, cut & carve, or high-end commercial schemes is advantageous
- Proficient in planning software such as Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage with project stakeholders
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work on a landmark, technically challenging scheme
- Join a business with a strong pipeline and excellent financial stability
- Gain exposure to high-end commercial delivery and complex construction methodologies
- Be part of a collaborative and high-performing project team
For a confidential discussion, please contact Francesca Cainelli at Fawkes & Reece via phone or LinkedIn.