What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technical Planning Consultant – Stockport Based position at Fichtner Consulting Engineers Ltd?
16th March 2026
Based from Stockport Office
Reporting to Team Leader
Permanent, full-time employment
Who are we?
Fichtner Is Global Engineering Consultancy Established In 1922 With Over 2000 Employees Over 170 Countries. Within The UK And Ireland Our Engineers And Consultants Are Involved In Some Of The Most Innovative Energy Projects Across The UK Providing Design, Intellectual, And Engineering Services To Developers, Investors, Owners, And Operators. Projects In Development, Construction, Or Operation In The UK And Ireland, Include More Than
What We Are Looking For
At Fichtner we greatly value our employees and offer a flexible approach to the working environment. We have a team of mental health first aiders and wellbeing champions on hand for support and provide the opportunity for our staff to give back to our local community, through charitable events, STEM, and community work experience. We operate with the mantra that we all look out for each other, making sure we continually review our working practices to create the best experience for all. As part of the team, you can expect:
When sending over your CV, please take a moment to review our privacy statement regarding how we process your personal data within our recruitment process.
Fichtner Consulting Engineers is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give of their best every day.
Based from Stockport Office
Reporting to Team Leader
Permanent, full-time employment
Who are we?
Fichtner Is Global Engineering Consultancy Established In 1922 With Over 2000 Employees Over 170 Countries. Within The UK And Ireland Our Engineers And Consultants Are Involved In Some Of The Most Innovative Energy Projects Across The UK Providing Design, Intellectual, And Engineering Services To Developers, Investors, Owners, And Operators. Projects In Development, Construction, Or Operation In The UK And Ireland, Include More Than
- 60 major thermal power plants, across the waste, biomass, and conventional power sectors
- 10 GWh of battery storage
- 5 GW of solar
- 7 GW of on-shore and off-shore wind
- 5 GWh of pumped storage hydro projects
- 20 carbon capture projects, aiming to capture and permanently sequestrate more than 5 million tonnes of CO2 per annum
What We Are Looking For
- A good degree in engineering or project management
- Development and analysis of complex project programmes and schedules
- Project management software including Primavera P6
- Probability analysis e.g. Monte Carlo and Primavera risk analysis
- Best practises for assessing, recording, and reporting progress including leading and lagging KPI’s
- Critical path and delay analysis techniques
- Awareness of claims management and standard forms of contracts
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent people and communication skills
- Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power BI
- A current driving licence for occasional travel to project sites in the UK and Ireland
At Fichtner we greatly value our employees and offer a flexible approach to the working environment. We have a team of mental health first aiders and wellbeing champions on hand for support and provide the opportunity for our staff to give back to our local community, through charitable events, STEM, and community work experience. We operate with the mantra that we all look out for each other, making sure we continually review our working practices to create the best experience for all. As part of the team, you can expect:
- A competitive salary with a leading bonus scheme of up to 20% of salary
- Hybrid working with modern easy access offices
- Opportunity to purchase company shares after a qualifying period
- Significant training, development, and career growth opportunities
- Financial support with professional fees/memberships
- Company electrical vehicle car leasing scheme
- Private medical & life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Fitness trainer provided every week for group boot camps
- Team and company social events, including a family barbecue, Christmas Party, and team activities
- Milestone scheme celebrating years spent as part of the Fichtner team!
When sending over your CV, please take a moment to review our privacy statement regarding how we process your personal data within our recruitment process.
Fichtner Consulting Engineers is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give of their best every day.