Planner

We have an opportunity for a Planner to join a busy Water Infrastructure team working on water mains renewal schemes for a major client framework. This Planner role will be responsible for developing, designing and helping to deliver renewal schemes from concept through to completion — working closely with clients, highways, subcontractors and stakeholders.



What the Planner will do (Key responsibilities)



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Act as the Planner lead for water mains renewal schemes, interpreting client requirements and developing the most appropriate design and delivery solution.



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Undertake site meetings with the client, highway authorities and subcontractors to identify the best delivery method for schemes.



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Produce construction design drawings and technical scope documents ready for costing and delivery (CAD knowledge — e.g., AutoCAD).



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Liaise with the client to ensure compliance with technical standards and scheme acceptance.



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Produce the design solution, scope of works and construction programmes as the Planner responsible for the scheme timeline.



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Ensure all planning criteria are met, including coordination of CDM requirements.



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Liaise with highway authorities on street works requirements and NRSWA compliance.



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Engage with private landowners and environmental / archaeological stakeholders as required.



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Identify and coordinate any required customer communications and keep stakeholders informed.



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Maintain effective communication and record-keeping throughout delivery and handover.



Note: CAD knowledge is . Water sector experience is but not essential — we welcome Planners from related infrastructure backgrounds who can apply their design and programme skills.



Candidate profile / Qualifications



Essential



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Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.



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High attention to detail and good problem-solving skills.



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Health & safety aware with practical understanding of site-based risks.



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Experience or awareness of street works and NRSWA requirements.



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Proficient with Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office.



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Excellent communication skills — the Planner will need to engage multiple stakeholders.



Desirable



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CAD / AutoCAD experience or demonstrable drafting capability.



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Previous experience in the water sector or utilities/infrastructure projects.



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CDM awareness and experience producing construction programmes.



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Relevant street works or technical qualifications.



Benefits (brief overview)



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Generous annual leave allowance.



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Competitive pension scheme.



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Life assurance.



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Private medical care.



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Clear development pathway — support for growth, training and future professional qualifications for Planners.



Why apply



This is a great opportunity for a Planner who wants hands-on involvement in scheme design and delivery on an established framework. You’ll gain exposure to multi-stakeholder projects, with strong support for career progression and qualifications