Senior Planner - Nuclear & Defence

Ready to take control of complex programmes that shape critical infrastructure?

BakerHicks is looking for a talented Senior Planner to join our growing team in Manchester. With a strong pipeline of work in defence and power, this is your chance to work on projects that truly make an impact.

What you’ll do

• Build and manage detailed Level 4 programmes from tender stage through delivery.
• Own project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring cost and resource-loaded plans.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, project managers, and clients to keep programmes on track.
• Monitor progress, manage change, and issue Clause 32 updates monthly.
• Engage with stakeholders and contribute to strategic planning decisions.

What we’re looking for

• Proven expertise in planning within an engineering design consultancy environment.
• Strong Primavera P6 skills (essential).
• Knowledge of NEC4 contracts and DCMA quality checks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis.
• Degree-level education preferred.
• Ability to obtain SC clearance (DV clearance highly desirable).

Why BakerHicks?

• A secure pipeline of fascinating projects in defence and power.
• A collaborative team environment with expert support.
• Hybrid working model – flexibility with 2 days in our vibrant Salford Quays office.

This isn’t just another planning role – it’s a chance to work on projects that matter, with a team that values your expertise.

Apply now and let’s build something extraordinary together.

BakerHicks has been delivering excellence in engineering, design, and project delivery since 1957. With 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we offer you the chance to work on meaningful projects that enhance communities and contribute to sustainable growth.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: ( National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK ) 

About BakerHicks  

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks . 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

Benefits  

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.  

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to: 

• Company car or cash allowance 
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan 
• Life assurance scheme 
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave 
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc) 
• Flexible/hybrid working 
• Family friendly policies 
• Employee assistance 
• Professional development 

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.  BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.   

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