Planner – Water & Wastewater

Planner – Water & Wastewater

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000

Location: Ilkeston

Region: Derbyshire

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for P6 Planners to join a leading utilities contractor specialising in the water and civil engineering sectors.

In this pivotal role, you will lead the development, maintenance, and oversight of detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring effective planning, progress tracking, resource allocation, and risk mitigation across a diverse portfolio of projects. Your expertise will be key to enabling informed decision‑making and driving successful project delivery.

Please note that the role requires you to be on site or in the office at least 3 days a week. The successful candidate will have P6 programme experience within an NEC environment and a valid UK driving licence.

Salary – £50,000 – £65,000 DOE

We’re seeking a highly capable planner who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and brings a sharp eye for detail. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Technical Expertise:
  Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, with a solid understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) and Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Analytical Thinking:
  Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to assess and resolve scheduling conflicts
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Clear and confident communicator, capable of presenting complex data to diverse stakeholders
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Proven ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams, contractors, and clients
• Project Controls
  
  Experience:
  
  Familiarity with project management methodologies, tools, and NEC3 contracts
• Proactive Mindset: A self‑starter who anticipates challenges and drives solutions

Please note this role is unable to offer sponsorship.