Senior Planner / Planning Manager - Water Sector
ArcadisManchester, England, United Kingdom • Leeds, England, United Kingdom • England, United Kingdom • York, England, United Kingdom
Posted April 2, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Arcadis is a global leader in design, engineering, architecture, and consultancy, serving businesses, cities, and industries worldwide. With 36,000 professionals active across over 30 countries, Arcadis offers innovative solutions to address climate challenges, energy security, and sustainable urban development. The company's unique approach combines human intelligence with digital tools to create resilient environments that meet clients' needs, from strategy planning to project delivery.
Job Description
The Senior Planner / Planning Manager will develop and implement new planning processes and systems, oversee planning activities across tender, project, and portfolio levels for key contractor accounts within the water sector in England and Wales, and build and lead a new planning team.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling, ideally within design and build water and/or wastewater programmes
- Degree/HNC/HND in Engineering, Project Management, or a related subject
- Strong understanding of UK water sector and project delivery requirements
- Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
- Excellent organisational, commercial, and communication skills
- Experience with project controls, cost engineering, and financial operations
- Familiarity with different contracting environments and commercial models
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plan
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance