Assistant Planner

Driver Hire Borders; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Planner to join their Planning team. This role is ideal for someone early in their career looking to gain experience in project planning and scheduling. The Assistant Planner will work alongside experienced professionals on significant projects, developing skills in various aspects including project scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management. A supportive and collaborative environment will enable the incumbent to thrive and grow.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or a related field required.
• Basic understanding of project planning principles preferred.
• Experience with planning software helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines.
• Track project progress and prepare progress reports.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Planning, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic Assistant Planner to join the Planning team and gain valuable experience in project planning and scheduling. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their planning career to work alongside experienced planners on a variety of large construction projects in the North East, developing their skills and knowledge within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Project Planning:

* Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules using industry-standard planning software (e.g., AstaPower, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
* Analyse project scope, drawings, specifications, and other documentation to create accurate and realistic schedules.
* Identify potential risks and constraints, assisting in the development of mitigation plans to ensure on-time delivery.

• Resource Allocation:

* Assist in allocating resources effectively, including labor, materials, and equipment, to meet project deadlines and optimise efficiency.
* Monitor resource utilization and assist in adjusting schedules as needed to accommodate changes and unforeseen circumstances.

• Progress Monitoring:

* Track project progress against planned schedules, identifying any deviations or potential delays.
* Prepare and present regular progress reports to project management, highlighting key milestones, achievements, and challenges.
* Assist in developing and implementing corrective action plans to address delays or issues.

• Risk Management:

* Assist in identifying and assessing potential risks to project schedules, developing mitigation plans and contingency strategies.
* Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.

• Project Support:

* Assist with the preparation of project plans, reports, and presentations.
* Contribute to a positive and collaborative working environment.

Key Requirements:

• A degree in Construction Management, Planning, or a related field.

* A basic understanding of project planning principles and techniques.
* Basic proficiency in using planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) is preferred.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within a team.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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