Senior Construction Planner

Location: Central London Sector: Commercial Refurbishment & Fit Out Employer: Leading Main Contractor

A leading main contractor specialising in London-focused commercial refurbishment and fit out projects is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Planner to join their growing team. This is a key role supporting the delivery of high-profile projects across Central London, working with an established and respected contractor known for quality, repeat clients, and complex city-centre schemes.

The Role

As Senior Construction Planner, you will play a pivotal role in both pre-construction and live project delivery, working closely with project teams to develop, manage, and communicate robust construction programmes.

Key responsibilities include:

Producing detailed construction programmes from tender through to completion Managing and updating live project programmes, including progress reporting and change management Supporting bid teams with tender planning, methodology, and sequencing Working collaboratively with project managers, commercial teams, and site teams Identifying programme risks and opportunities and proposing mitigation strategies Providing clear programme narratives and progress reports to internal stakeholders and clients

About You

Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within a main contracting environment Strong background in commercial refurbishment and fit out projects, ideally in Central London Excellent working knowledge of planning software (Asta Powerproject essential) Confident communicator with the ability to challenge and influence project teams Strong understanding of construction methodology, logistics, and phasing in constrained urban environments Organised, analytical, and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach

What's On Offer

Opportunity to work with a leading contractor on high-quality, prestigious London projects Central London-based role with a strong pipeline of work Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Supportive, professional team environment with long-term career progression A business that values planning as a critical function in successful project delivery

If you are a Senior Construction Planner looking to join a contractor with a strong reputation in the London commercial refurbishment and fit out market, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career