Senior Baggage & Airport Construction Planner

About the Role

• Develop robust schedules aligned with Heathrow-specific milestones. • Gather data from internal teams and supply chain partners to build programmes in Primavera P6 per Mace standards. • Apply QSRA risk analysis and ensure programmes meet the DCMA 14‑point assessment. • Create and manage schedule hierarchies (Level 1‑5) and communicate across project teams. • Produce detailed trade contractor schedules covering design through close‑out. • Update programmes with progress and change; report monthly. • Manage short‑term planning on live projects and integrate trade contractor schedules into the overall Mace programme. • Communicate planning matters to clients, design teams and contractors. • Conduct site walks to assess progress and ensure health and safety compliance. • Manage contractor progress reporting and integrate updates into the schedule hierarchy. • Monitor KPIs and produce weekly/monthly dashboards and reports. • Feed KPI and production data into the Mace planning database. • Support change management processes and assess programme impacts. • Prepare Time Impact Analyses to support compensation events.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸primavera p6
• ▸risk analysis
• ▸schedule hierarchy
• ▸trade schedules
• ▸kpi dashboards
• ▸time impact

What You Bring

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We create responsible places that deliver transformative impact for people, communities and societies worldwide, and you can learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities on our strategy site. Within our construct business we combine leading‑edge practical expertise with project delivery to unlock potential in every project. We are seeking an experienced Construction Planner to lead fit‑out and asset replacement works in a live airport environment. The role demands deep expertise in planning, stakeholder engagement and programme management to drive successful delivery. • Extensive planning experience in live airport environments, preferably with a Tier 1 main contractor. • Proven track record delivering and installing programmes within UK airports. • Strong knowledge of airport baggage systems, including installation, testing and commissioning. • Deep understanding of NEC 3/4 contracts and programme management. • Expertise in Earned Value Management and detailed monthly reporting. • Strong digital skills and ability to build lasting client relationships. • Experience on large‑scale projects/programmes. • Relevant degree in construction or project management; working towards professional qualifications (APM, PMI, CIOB) is desirable. • Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Office and NEC contract frameworks. • Fit‑out experience and background in construction or project management. • Knowledge of sector/market technical qualifications and certifications. • Sound technical expertise in HSE rules and relevant regulations. • Understanding of consultancy, construction, infrastructure and property sectors, including estimating, scheduling, contracts administration, procurement, commercial controls and reporting.

Requirements

• ▸primavera p6
• ▸nec contracts
• ▸earned value
• ▸airport planning
• ▸fit-out
• ▸construction degree

Benefits

Mace is an inclusive employer that welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourages applications even if you do not meet every criterion. We also offer part‑time, flexible and hybrid working options where appropriate to support work‑life balance. • Inclusive employer welcoming diverse candidates. • Flexible options for part‑time, hybrid and remote working where suitable. • Opportunity to work on high‑impact airport fit‑out projects within a global firm.

Work Environment

Onsite