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Posted 09 August, 2026

Senior Planner

Bethell Group
Manchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Vacancy: Senior Planner

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Location: Greater Manchester

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Business area: Bethell Construction

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Positions: 1

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\n Bethell is expanding, and we are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Planner to join our Planning team. This role will be pivotal in supporting the wider business across a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects

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\n If you’re a natural problem-solver, confident communicator and experienced planner with strong technical capability, we’d love to speak with yo

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\n What you’ll be do

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  • ingDeveloping detailed project programmes from first principles using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Proje
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  • ct.Supporting tender submissions with accurate, logical and contract-compliant programm
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  • es.Tracking, updating and reporting on live project programmes, including EoT and NEC Clause 62 assessmen
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  • ts.Working collaboratively with project teams, subcontractors and clients to monitor progress and address risks and opportuniti
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  • es.Challenging, advising and guiding internal teams to ensure a shared understanding of programme ownersh
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  • ip.Ensuring all programmes reflect safe working practices, sufficient mobilisation time and efficient resource allocati
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  • on.Identifying continuous improvement opportunities and contributing to delivery strategi
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\n What we’re looking

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  • for3+ years in a planning role and 10+ years in the civil engineering/construction se
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  • ctorCivil Engineering qualifications (HND or similar) and experience in highways, structures or water infrastructure are desir
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  • ableStrong experience in P6 and Microsoft Pro
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  • jectAbility to interpret drawings/specifications and build accurate progra
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  • mmesUnderstanding of NEC contracts, CDM regulations and temporary w
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  • orksA proactive, analytical and collaborative appr
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  • oachConfident communication skills with clients and collea
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  • guesFull UK driving lic
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\n Why join Bet

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hell?At Bethell, our values guide everything we do — Safety, Integrity, Customer, People, Sustainability. You’ll join a supportive team, play a key role in shaping major civil engineering schemes, and contribute to a business committed to continuous improvement and innova

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mpact?We’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact our People & Development Team for more infor

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\n Sasha.McDonald@bethel

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l.co.ukRecruitment@bethel

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