Interim Senior MEP Planner Location: Manchester / North West Working pattern: Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office Contract: Interim or Permanent (candidate dependent) Rate: Up to £550.00per day  We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior MEP Planner to join a leading Tier 1 MEP contractor on an interim basis, supporting multiple projects across the North West. This is a key planning role working across a number of live projects, including major healthcare schemes, with the opportunity to take ownership of programmes and work closely with project teams across the region. The role: Develop, manage and update detailed MEP programmes across multiple projects Work closely with Project Managers, Commercial and Engineering teams to monitor progress Identify programme risks, delays and opportunities for recovery Provide accurate reporting and programme updates to senior stakeholders Support project teams with planning, sequencing and programme strategy Potentially provide support and guidance to other planners, although direct line management is not essential Work closely with the Regional Planning Manager for the North West We're looking for: Strong experience as a Planner / Senior Planner within an MEP environment Strong mechanical and electrical construction knowledge Experience working for a Tier 1 MEP contractor is preferred, but not essential Proven ASTA Powerproject experience – essential Experience managing programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of MEP sequencing and construction delivery Healthcare project experience would be advantageous Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills This is a great opportunity for an experienced MEP Planner who is comfortable operating at Senior level and can quickly take ownership of multiple programmes within a busy regional team