Senior Planner

Senior Planner Location: London Sector: Multi-Sector Construction & MEP Projects We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Planner to support the successful delivery of complex construction and MEP programmes across a diverse project portfolio. This role will play a critical part in programme development, project controls, and stakeholder coordination, supporting project teams throughout all stages of project delivery whilst ensuring programme certainty, risk mitigation, and reporting accuracy. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project Establish project-specific work breakdown structures, sequencing strategies, key milestones, and critical paths Monitor programme performance and identify risks, delays, constraints, and opportunities for programme recovery Produce project controls reporting including progress updates, KPI tracking, earned value analysis (EVA), and programme performance metrics Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and operational teams to ensure programme alignment Support resource planning activities and ensure project schedules remain aligned with site conditions and client requirements Maintain programme governance, documentation, and reporting in accordance with company procedures and contractual requirementsCandidate Profile The successful candidate will possess strong planning experience gained within construction, MEP, infrastructure, or major project environments and demonstrate the ability to manage complex programmes across multiple stakeholders and workstreams. Applicants should demonstrate: Proven experience operating within a Senior Planner position Advanced capability using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project Strong understanding of project controls and programme management principles Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills Experience working within technically complex or fast-paced delivery environmentsDiamond and the Danny Sullivan Group are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, accessible and inclusive for all. INDCER