Reading
Berkshire
Defence, MOD & Aerospace
Scantec Engineering
Permanent
Competitive Salary and Package
JOB-89906
25-06-2025
Permanent
23-07-2025
asap
United Kingdom

Senior Planner – Reading – Staff Position

We’re supporting a leading engineering solutions provider that’s become a trusted delivery partner across the UK’s nuclear and defence sectors. With a legacy spanning over four decades, they’ve built a reputation for precision, quality, and technical excellence—especially in highly regulated environments.

As part of their continued growth, they’re looking to bring a Senior Planner into their team in Reading. This is a permanent, staff-only role with excellent long-term prospects.

What’s in it for you?

  • Flexible hybrid working – typically 2 days a week in the office

  • 9-day working fortnight

  • A forward-thinking SME environment with strong leadership and real project variety

  • The chance to shape high-impact programmes in nuclear, defence, and infrastructure

What you’ll be doing:

  • Leading planning activities using Primavera P6 – this is central to the role

  • Managing Compensation Events (CEs) and supporting project controls processes

  • Building schedules, resource plans, and cost estimates in collaboration with Project Managers

  • Providing real-time progress and performance data to keep delivery on track

  • Producing EVM reports and ensuring alignment with project scope and budget

  • Liaising closely with clients, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams

What you’ll need:

  • Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6

  • Solid understanding of Compensation Events (CEs) and project planning principles

  • Eligibility for DV Clearance (Sole British passport, UK residency of 5+ years)

  • HNC or equivalent in Engineering or a related discipline

  • A proven track record in planning within engineering or construction environments


    This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic organisation that’s growing fast and delivering on some of the UK’s most technically demanding projects. If you're ready to step into a role with real responsibility and career progression, and meet the eligibility criteria outlined above, then we look forward to receiving your application.