Job Description
Location: Sunderland, UK
Type: Contract
Role Overview
An experienced Site Planner is required to support the successful delivery of a large-scale industrial construction project in Sunderland. The role will focus on developing, managing, and controlling site-based programmes through to project completion, working closely with construction, engineering, and commissioning teams.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain detailed construction and commissioning programmes
Integrate contractor schedules into a master programme
Monitor site progress and identify programme risks or delays
Produce progress reports, look-ahead schedules, and recovery plans
Carry out critical path and impact analysis
Support change management and programme updates
Attend site meetings and planning reviews
Experience & Skills
Proven experience as a Site or Project Planner on large-scale construction or industrial projects
Strong knowledge of planning software (e.g. Primavera P6, MS Project)
Good understanding of construction sequencing and site delivery
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-contractor environment
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Right to work in the UK
Desirable
Experience on manufacturing, energy, or major capital projects
Background in EPC or complex infrastructure projects
ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
