Project Planner

Project Planner – Rail Infrastructure / Electrification

Location: Uxbridge, West Londn

Sector: Rail / Infrastructure / Construction

Contract Type: Long-Term Contract

IR35 Status: Inside IR35 (CIS arrangements subject to eligibility)

Rate: Competitive Day Rate

The Opportunity

H9 Talent Solutions is working with an established construction business operating within the UK rail infrastructure sector to recruit an experienced Project Planner for a long-term contract opportunity based in Manchester.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning, coordination and delivery of major rail infrastructure works, working closely with project managers, engineers and site delivery teams to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and in line with programme requirements.

Previous experience within the UK rail industry is essential, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked on railway electrification projects, particularly Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) and associated infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain and manage detailed project programmes using Primavera P6.

Produce and update construction schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones, contractual obligations and delivery targets.

Work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and site teams to monitor progress and identify potential programme risks.

Support the planning and sequencing of rail infrastructure works, including electrification, OLE installation and associated civil engineering activities.

Monitor critical paths, identify programme delays and develop mitigation and recovery strategies.

Prepare regular progress reports, programme updates, look-ahead schedules and planning presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Assist with resource planning, productivity monitoring and the coordination of subcontractor activities.

Support change management processes, including programme impact assessments and extension of time submissions.

Coordinate construction activities around rail possessions, access restrictions and operational railway requirements.

Ensure planning activities comply with relevant rail industry standards, project procedures and contractual requirements.

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience working as a Project Planner within the UK rail construction or infrastructure sector – essential.

Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 – essential.

Previous experience planning rail electrification / Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) projects – highly desirable.

Good understanding of rail construction methodologies, project sequencing and programme management.

Experience working on Network Rail infrastructure projects would be advantageous.

Knowledge of rail possessions, access planning and associated operational constraints.

Ability to develop and manage detailed construction programmes, critical path analysis and progress reporting.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Experience working within a main contractor or specialist rail subcontractor environment.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary project delivery team. What's on Offer?

Long-term contract opportunity with an established construction business.

Opportunity to work on significant rail infrastructure and electrification projects.

Competitive contract rate.

Manchester-based position with involvement in major rail construction programmes.

Opportunity to work alongside experienced rail engineering and project delivery professionals.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Project Planner with a strong background in UK rail infrastructure, excellent Primavera P6 skills and ideally previous experience delivering railway electrification or OLE projects, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Apply today or contact H9 Talent Solutions for a confidential discussion about the opportunity