Senior Planner - Life Science - Outside IR35
CV-LibraryWare, HertfordshirecontractPosted: 28 September 2026
Apply NowSenior Planner with experience of working on major construction projects such as pharmaceutical, data centres, manufacturing plants etc required for contract (outside IR35) or permanent position.
The role will see you join a London based market leader and work on various new-build construction, fit-out and equipment commissioning projects in Hertfordshire.
Key Responsibilities:
Developing, maintaining and managing detailed project programmes from design through to completion
Planning and monitoring new-build construction, fit-out and equipment commissioning activities
Working closely with project managers, contractors, consultants and specialist suppliers
Tracking progress against approved programmes and identifying potential delays or project risks
Preparing planning updates, progress reports and schedule analysis for project stakeholders
Supporting project delivery across pharmaceutical, data centre or complex manufacturing environments
Reviewing sequencing, dependencies, resources and key project milestones
Providing planning advice to support effective decision-making and successful project delivery
Job Requirements:
Significant experience as a Senior Planner within construction, engineering or capital projects
Experience of pharmaceutical projects is highly desirable, with complex manufacturing or data centre experience also considered
Strong project planning and programme management skills
Understanding of new-build construction, fit-out and equipment commissioning activities
Ability to analyse project progress, identify schedule risks and develop mitigation plans
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple project priorities
Willingness and ability to work onsite in Ware three days per week
Additional Information:
Contract or permanent opportunity
Outside IR35 contract arrangement available
Onsite working required in Hertfordshire three days per week
Opportunity to contribute to complex life science and advanced manufacturing projects
If you are an experienced Senior Planner with strong project planning expertise and a background in pharmaceutical, data centre or complex manufacturing projects, apply now to be considered for this opportunity in Ware
The role will see you join a London based market leader and work on various new-build construction, fit-out and equipment commissioning projects in Hertfordshire.
Key Responsibilities:
Developing, maintaining and managing detailed project programmes from design through to completion
Planning and monitoring new-build construction, fit-out and equipment commissioning activities
Working closely with project managers, contractors, consultants and specialist suppliers
Tracking progress against approved programmes and identifying potential delays or project risks
Preparing planning updates, progress reports and schedule analysis for project stakeholders
Supporting project delivery across pharmaceutical, data centre or complex manufacturing environments
Reviewing sequencing, dependencies, resources and key project milestones
Providing planning advice to support effective decision-making and successful project delivery
Job Requirements:
Significant experience as a Senior Planner within construction, engineering or capital projects
Experience of pharmaceutical projects is highly desirable, with complex manufacturing or data centre experience also considered
Strong project planning and programme management skills
Understanding of new-build construction, fit-out and equipment commissioning activities
Ability to analyse project progress, identify schedule risks and develop mitigation plans
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple project priorities
Willingness and ability to work onsite in Ware three days per week
Additional Information:
Contract or permanent opportunity
Outside IR35 contract arrangement available
Onsite working required in Hertfordshire three days per week
Opportunity to contribute to complex life science and advanced manufacturing projects
If you are an experienced Senior Planner with strong project planning expertise and a background in pharmaceutical, data centre or complex manufacturing projects, apply now to be considered for this opportunity in Ware