Planner

Location: Greater London (Hybrid Working)

Employment Type: Contract Inside IR35

Day Rate: £450 - £500

Sector: Infrastructure/Civils

Overview

H9 Talent Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Planner to join a leading infrastructure business delivering complex telecoms and utilities projects across the UK.

This role plays a critical part in shaping and coordinating the delivery of high-impact projects from early feasibility through to as-built handover. As Senior Planner, you’ll drive efficiency, safety, and technical excellence - supporting project delivery teams through every stage of the lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and design telecoms routes and customer connections from feasibility through to as-built stage.
• Produce and manage paving schedules, route plans, cable pack designs, and Straight-Line Diagrams (SLDs).
• Compile job packs, private wayleave documentation, and method statements for construction teams.
• Identify and manage Special Engineering Difficulties (SEDs), liaising with asset owners to agree working methods.
• Create and maintain MS Project programmes, tracking and reporting on progress against plan.
• Compile weekly and monthly progress reports for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Manage GPS and as-built data collection to support accurate project close-out.
• Support BT Openreach PIA route design and work within relevant digital tools and portals.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are applied across all planning activities.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with Highways Authorities, clients, utilities, and internal delivery teams.

Key Experiences

• 3-5 years’ experience in a planning role.
• Strong understanding of telecoms route planning, street works coordination, and civils interfaces.
• SSSTS certification and the ability to compile RAMS (preferred).
• Proficient in MS Project, Excel, Word, and GIS/GPS tools.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication, confident dealing with clients, authorities, and project teams.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams within tight deadlines.