Planner of Works

TES Group; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning environmental engineering company is seeking a Planner of Works to support project delivery in Northern Ireland. The ideal candidate will manage project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project, optimise resources, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Candidates should have a relevant engineering qualification and experience in project planning, especially within the water treatment industry. A competitive salary, additional benefits, and a collaborative work culture are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Life Assurance Plan – x3 times Gross Salary

Workplace Pension – 3% per Employer

Private Medical – Option to add Family

30 days Paid Holidays per year

Continuous Professional Development

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Project Planner/Planner of Works.
• Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle including design and delivery.
• Experience in the water treatment sector or a closely connected industry.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Allocate and optimise resources to meet project demands.
• Provide accurate progress reports and forecasts.

Skills

Project scheduling

Resource planning

Risk management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant qualification in engineering discipline

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description

TES is an award‑winning environmental engineering company, specialising in Water Treatment and Power Distribution solutions. We are seeking a talented Planner of Works to join our team and support the successful delivery of our projects.

Location

T E S, Unit 16, Kilcronagh Business Park, Cookstown, County Tyrone, BT80 9HJ

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Development & Management: Create, manage, and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Resource Planning: Allocate and optimise labour, plant, and material resources to meet project demands and improve productivity.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Track progress against baseline programmes, highlight risks and delays and provide accurate progress reports, forecasts, recovery plans, and earned value analysis to management, clients, and stakeholders.
• Coordination & Communication: Collaborate with design, engineering, commercial, and construction teams, as well as contractors and sub‑contractors, to ensure programmes are realistic, integrated, and achievable.
• Risk & Change Management: Assess the impact of design or scope changes, perform time‑risk analysis, and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Contract Compliance: Ensure planning practices comply with NEC contract principles, company standards, and industry best practice.
• Software Utilisation: Apply advanced skills in MS Project and Primavera P6 to manage schedules, dependencies, critical paths, resource/cost loading, and reporting outputs.
• Tender Support: Produce tender programmes and contribute to bid deliverables to support business development.

Essential Criteria

• Hold a relevant qualification in an engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated experience as a Project Planner/Planner of Works within the construction and engineering sectors.
• Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle, including design, delivery, and commissioning.
• Experienced in MS Project and Primavera P6, skilled in preparing and managing detailed project schedules, reports, and presentations, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience in the water treatment sector or a closely connected industry.
• Working knowledge of NEC, FIDIC, and CECA contract mechanisms would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of successful collaboration across diverse stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary to reflect the role and duties.
• Life Assurance Plan – x3 times Gross Salary.
• Workplace Pension – 3% per Employer.
• Private Medical – Option to add Family.
• 30 days Paid Holidays per year.
• Rewarding Workplace culture.
• Continuous Professional Development.

About TES

TES provides clients with an all‑encompassing service from initial project conception right through to design, construction, installation and maintenance. We support our clients throughout the lifecycle of the project. TES uses in‑house resources in the delivery of your projects; from design through to installation and operation. This provides clients and partners with reassurance of our control over delivery throughout a project’s lifecycle.

Company Culture

At TES Group, our company culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and integrity. We foster an inclusive environment where every team member’s ideas are valued, encouraging creativity and continuous improvement. Our people are passionate about delivering sustainable engineering solutions that make a positive impact on communities and the environment. We prioritise professional growth, safety, and well‑being, empowering our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. By promoting open communication, mutual respect, and shared success, we’ve cultivated a workplace where dedication and teamwork drive exceptional results and lasting client relationships.

Apply now to become the welcoming face of TES.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Closing Date

Friday 30th January, 2026

Contract Type

Fulltime

Salary

Based on Experience