Project Planner

Posting date:	13 January 2026
Salary:	£65,000 to £80,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	12 February 2026
Location:	Chester area
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	CP Management Solutions LTD
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	VS PP-44597

Summary

Job Title: Project Planner – Fixed Contract (c. 30 Weeks)
Location: Site Based – Chester area
Salary: £65,000 – £80,000 per annum
Reports to: Contracts Director

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to join our team on a site-based, fixed-term contract of approximately 30 weeks. The successful candidate will play a key role in planning, scheduling, and performance monitoring on a major demolition and deconstruction project. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled planner to contribute to a high-profile project, producing and maintaining NEC4-compliant programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, update, and monitor detailed project programmes from first principles, incorporating three-point estimates, time risk allowances, and risk-adjusted scheduling.

  
  

• Collect, analyse, and report progress information, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.

  
  

• Assist the project team with planning and scheduling matters, attending project meetings with clients, stakeholders, and third parties.

  
  

• Ensure up-to-date programme production throughout the project lifecycle.

  
  

• Apply expertise in industry-standard planning software, including Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Project.

  
  

• Contribute to project-level planning on complex construction, demolition, and deconstruction projects.

  
  

• Achieve and maintain site-level security clearance.

  
  

  Qualifications & Experience:

  • Construction-related Bachelor’s degree.

    
    

  • Membership of the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB) is desirable.

    
    

  • Experience within the Nuclear sector is highly desirable.

    
    

  • Proven experience planning and scheduling major demolition or deconstruction projects.

    
    

  • Proficient in developing NEC4-compliant programmes and producing risk-adjusted schedules.

    
    

  • Valid UK driving license.

    
    

    Skills & Competencies:

    • Strong planning and scheduling expertise with the ability to produce and maintain accurate project programmes.

      
      

    • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.

      
      

    • High proficiency in standard planning software.

      
      

    • Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.

      
      

      This is a fixed-term contract role offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a major project while further developing your planning expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment.

      Apply today to join a dedicated team driving complex demolition and deconstruction projects with precision and efficiency.