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Assistant Planning Engineer

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Gloucestershire, United Kingdomfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Oct 2026
💰 £55,000/yr(£40,000/yr – £55,000/yr)

About the role

Title: Assistant Planning Engineer
Location: Gloucester (hybrid)
Salary: £40-55,000 + package

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Planning Engineer to join an established project team on a major construction project in Gloucester, valued at approximately £500 million.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading contractors on a landmark project, where you'll gain invaluable experience working alongside experienced planning professionals while developing your career within project planning.

The Role

As Assistant Planning Engineer, you'll support the planning function throughout the delivery of this high-profile construction project. Working closely with Senior Planners and the wider project team, you'll assist in developing and maintaining project programmes, monitoring progress and providing planning support to ensure the successful delivery of the scheme.

This is a site-based role, offering hands-on exposure to all aspects of project planning on a large-scale construction project.

Key Responsibilities

Support the planning team in developing and maintaining construction programmes.
Assist with updating project schedules using Primavera P6 and/or ASTA Powerproject.
Monitor site progress against programme and help produce regular progress reports.
Assist in identifying programme risks, delays and opportunities.
Work closely with site management and project teams to gather progress information.
Support the preparation of look-ahead programmes and planning documentation.
Attend project meetings and contribute to planning discussions.
Learn and develop planning best practices while working alongside experienced planning professionals.About You

This opportunity is ideal for an Assistant Planner or an aspiring Planning Engineer looking to take the next step in their career on a major construction project.

Previous experience within a planning role, ideally within the construction industry.
Experience working for a UK main contractor or construction consultancy would be advantageous.
A good understanding of construction processes and project planning principles.
Experience using, or a willingness to learn, Primavera P6 and/or ASTA Powerproject.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a project team.
A proactive attitude and a genuine desire to build a long-term career in construction planning.Offer

£45-55,000 per annum
Annual car allowance or choice of company car
Annual bonus scheme
Pension, Healthcare, Life assurance, Private medical
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Join a market-leading main contractor with a strong regional pipeline
Plus other great benefits.
If you are looking for a new career challenge and you are interested in the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV or call Matt Lilburn on (phone number removed) for further information quoting reference 74199.

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