Planner – City of London – £60,000
Are you a detail-driven Planner with experience in ELVS or electrical systems? An opportunity has opened on a major City of London project delivering intelligent building technologies. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on complex project planning, has excellent programme management skills, and enjoys collaborating across commercial, technical, and on-site teams.
The Planner position
You’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining the integrated master programme for a major ELVS package, working closely with the Senior Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Engineers and Subcontractors. The scope includes Building Management Systems (BMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), Security, Communications & Network Systems (CNS), Smart Technologies and MSI integration.
About the company
Our client is a leader in delivering intelligent building solutions across London’s most iconic developments. Their focus on smart, sustainable systems and multidisciplinary project delivery makes them a trusted partner on technically advanced construction projects.
Key responsibilities
Develop, validate and maintain the baseline project programme
Track progress against key milestones and update look-ahead plans
Chair programme coordination meetings with delivery teams and subcontractors
Support the commercial team with progress reports and time-related claims
Identify and report on programme risks, clashes and resourcing issues
Interface with engineers and PMs to reflect changes and site realities accurately
Align programme outputs with contract obligations and delivery milestones
Skills and experience required
Essential:
Strong experience in planning for ELVS or Electrical (MEP) projects
Proficient in Asta Powerproject and/or MS Project
Sound understanding of project lifecycles in a construction environment
Ability to work across multiple stakeholders and technical teams
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable:
Background in BMS, EMS, or Smart Building Systems
Experience on large-scale projects in Central London
Familiarity with NEC or JCT contracts
Salary and benefits
Competitive salary depending on experience
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
BUPA Private Healthcare after probation
Pension scheme with employer contributions
Ongoing training and development support
Working hours
Location: City of London (site/office-based)
Hours: 08:00 – 17:00
Start Date: ASAP / subject to notice period
Personal profile
You’re proactive, methodical, and confident working under pressure. Your strong organisational skills and technical planning expertise allow you to keep complex project teams aligned. You’re a team player who thrives on collaboration but can also work independently to drive delivery outcomes.
Do you think you could be our next Planner?
For more information on this fantastic opportunity, please call Yvonne Ndlovu at Team BMS on 01444 414164, or click “Apply now.”