Senior Planning Engineer 
Ipswich, Suffolk

Ready to contribute to the future of civil engineering? Our client are looking for a Senior Planning Engineer to join their dynamic team at the Head Office in Ipswich. If you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges and want to play a key role in delivering major civil engineering projects, this could be your next move.

This is more than just planning,  it’s a chance to influence complex projects from the ground up.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll bring your site experience and strategic thinking together to:

• Analyse tender documentation and develop smart, efficient delivery strategies
• Explore and challenge alternative construction methods to drive best outcomes
• Collaborate closely with technical and tender teams to ensure buildability and compliance
• Support bid submissions with clear, well-structured programmes and planning insight
• Provide expert advice on construction methods, sequencing, and problem-solving
• Contribute to innovative thinking by staying up to date with industry trends and legislation

Experience

We’re seeking someone who combines practical site knowledge with forward-thinking planning expertise:

• Strong background in civil engineering site operations
• HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering (minimum)
• Confident communicator who works well within a collaborative team
• Experience with planning tools such as Asta or Microsoft Project is a plus (training available)
• A proactive mindset with a passion for finding better ways to deliver projects

Some of the Benefits include:

• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• Company pension with up to 8% matched contributions
• Hybrid working for better work-life balance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy more
• Ongoing training and clear development pathways
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Early finish every Friday (“The Great Escape”)
• Access to a flexible benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• A vibrant social calendar, including charity events and team days
• A genuinely supportive environment focused on your career progression

Ready to make an impact?
Join a team where your expertise helps shape real-world infrastructure and where your career can grow alongside exciting projects.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.