Planning Coordinator

OCU Group; Ruislip; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing utility engineering contractor is seeking a Planning Coordinator in Ruislip. This role involves managing permits, supporting project teams on infrastructure planning, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have strong MS Office skills and proven Streetworks permit experience. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience planning major works schemes is highly desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers on major infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with permit requirements.
• Amend and update live programmes of work.
• Liaise with local authorities and civils supervisors.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Proven experience managing Streetworks permits

Understanding of NRSWA requirements

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

Street Manager

Job description

Planning Coordinator – Power Division (Office-Based, Ruislip)

Location: Ruislip

Employment Type: Full-time, PAYE

We’re growing – and we’re looking for an experienced Planning Coordinator with Street works experience to join our Power Division in Ruislip.

In this role, you’ll support our Project Management team on major infrastructure projects, taking ownership of programme planning, permit coordination and ensuring our works run smoothly and compliantly. If you’re organised, proactive and confident working in a fast‑moving environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Working with Project Managers to build programmes of work, plotting activity via KMZ drawings
• Keeping planning schedules updated and accurate
• Submitting and managing permits via the OCU Streetworks team
• Liaising with local authorities to ensure full compliance with permit requirements
• Organising bus stop and parking bay suspensions where needed
• Booking Traffic Management in line with permit stipulations
• Updating SharePoint, issuing permit start/stop details and submitting R1s based on reinstatement updates
• Attending project team progress meetings

Daily Responsibilities

• Amending and updating live programmes of work
• Maintaining trackers and adding activity to the civils schedule
• Receiving site updates to confirm completion and readiness for reinstatement
• Liaising with civils supervisors on variations, work stoppages and R1 submissions
• Scheduling TM removal
• Ensuring utility stats are current ahead of upcoming works
• Raising purchase orders with procurement for planned works

What You’ll Bring

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Street Manager
• Proven experience managing Streetworks permits
• Understanding of NRSWA requirements and permit conditions
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills
• Experience planning major works schemes is highly desirable

Why Join OCU?

Founded in 1994, OCU Group is one of the UK’s fastest growing utility engineering contractors, delivering major projects across power, water, telecoms and rail.

We’re proud of our culture – one that supports growth, recognises talent and empowers people to drive their own career progression.

We choose to succeed.
We are OCU – One Company United.

We value diversity and inclusion, and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to bring their true selves to work.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a detail‑driven planner who thrives in a fast‑paced delivery environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a business shaping the future of UK infrastructure.