Project Planner – Water Sector

Company: Murray McIntosh
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Location: Peterborough
Job Description:

Project Planner – Water Sector

Location: Remote, with visits to Peterborough every 2 weeks. Rate: Up to £400 per day. Start Date: May. Duration: 12 month rolling contract. We’re looking for an experienced Project Planner to support several major AMP8 water infrastructure programmes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative alliance delivering large-scale water and environmental projects as part of AMP8.

You’ll play a key role in driving programme performance, working closely with delivery teams to ensure projects are planned, monitored and delivered efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and MSP.
  • Ensure plans reflect full scope, sequencing and resource allocation.
  • Monitor progress against programme, focusing on critical path and milestones.
  • Identify risks, delays and opportunities, driving mitigation strategies.
  • Work closely with site, engineering and commercial teams to ensure programme accuracy.
  • Support reporting and provide clear programme updates to stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with planning standards and HSE requirements.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Planner within construction, civil engineering or infrastructure.
  • Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project (MSP).
  • Good understanding of construction methodologies and project lifecycles.
  • Ability to interpret drawings and technical information.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

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Posted: May 28th, 2026