Planner

Position: 182CMR: Planner

Location : London 2 Days / Hybrid 3 Days

Type: Full-time

Start Date : Immediate

Salary : Competitive

W We are currently seeking a motivated Planner to join our dynamic award winning team. The successful candidate will have experience working in the construction industry and knowledge of project controls to help support our expansion across the UK. Our team is multi-disciplinary so a wide range of experience and/or willingness to learn is crucial.

About us: CMR is an award winning project controls consultancy that is first and foremost a team of people, passionate about the construction industry and changing the way project controls is provided. Our approach and culture have been recognised globally, with CMR named Global Project Controls Small Business of the Year 2025 (Project Controls Expo UK Awards) and one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in 2026 (Great Place to Work)

Our Purpose (Why we exist): Inspiring new ways to help shape our construction industry.

Our Ambition (What we want to achieve): Re-imagine project controls through a digital lens, being the obvious choice for clients and the place to grow together with intention.

What is in it for you?

• Being part of an exciting project with a skilled and dynamic team, where your contributions are crucial to site work and outcomes.

• Join a collaborative and innovative team at CMR (Cooper Moss Rutland), where your ideas are welcomed and encouraged to help shape and set our growing business up for success.

• A contract-based opportunity, offering an engaging project experience without the encumbrances of traditional employment benefits or salary considerations.

• You will be embraced as part of our team, included in our social and Knowledge & learning events

You will

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules, ensuring they are robust, realistic, and practicable.

• Collate and validate project progress and report to the management team.

• Understand project risks and identify opportunities to de-risk project delivery.

• Work closely with key internal/external stakeholders ensuring buy-in to the project schedule.

• Manage the project under an NEC4 Option A contract.

• Utilise Primavera software for scheduling and project management.

We are looking for:

Essential

• 2+ years planning experience working on a variety of construction and infrastructure projects.

• Proficient in Primavera software

• Experience with progress tracking through droplines & resource loading schedules.

• MEP Planner with an appreciation of build sequences and interfaces

• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).

• Experience of planning on NEC contract forms

• Excellent communication skills, including English language and visual presentations (e.g. PowerPoint), with the ability to analyse and present information clearly and persuasively.

Desirable

• Has In-depth knowledge of the pre-construction and construction process.

• Knowledge and experience of 4D planning methodologies and tools.

• Qualified to degree level, would be advantageous as would having formal project management qualifications such as APM or PRINCE2

• Membership of a professional body, APM, ICE, CIOB

At CMR we have a strong culture driven by our 9 Core Principles. We look to build a community of people that have the same beliefs as we do! You can find out more about us here:

Requirements and Location:

• Full right to work in the UK

• London 2 Days / Hybrid 3 Days

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)

• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (Inc Dentist and Optician)

• Life Assurance (x4 Salary)

• Pension: employers' contribution of 4%

• Company and personal performance-based bonus

• Salary Sacrifice Scheme

• Long Service Leave

• Training and professional development

• Regular social events

• Perkbox – employee experience platform

Next Steps

To apply to our vacancy please submit a copy of your CV for consideration . As we receive many applications to our roles, please include a short summary explaining why you want to join us and what you think you can bring to the team.

We look forward to hearing from you!

CMR welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. CMR is Disability Confident Committed and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives.