Assistant Planner

Sphere Solutions; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing contractor in Wales seeks an Assistant Planner to support the planning team in developing construction programmes and maintaining project progress. Ideal candidates will have a relevant qualification or experience in project management, strong analytical skills, and a keen interest in construction. This role offers a vibrant work environment with opportunities for career progression including training in planning software.

Benefits

Benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification (or working towards) in engineering, construction management, or project management.
• A keen interest in construction project planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Planner/Senior Planner in developing construction programmes.
• Assisting with the production and maintenance of NEC3/NEC4 programmes.
• Helping monitor site progress and produce programmes and reports.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Analytical and organizational abilities

Proactive problem-solving

Interest in construction project planning

Education

Relevant qualification in engineering, construction management, or project management

Tools

Asta Powerproject or similar planning software

Job description

Assistant Planner

Bridgend

Permanent salary + benefits package

This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK's fastest growing contractors as an Assistant Planner.

Dynamic and entrepreneurial, this company is a great fit if you're looking to work in a supportive but ambitious environment with clear career progression and proactive employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Planner/Senior Planner in developing and managing construction programmes that are realistic, contractually compliant, and reflect how work actually happens on site.
• Assisting with the production and maintenance of NEC3/NEC4 programmes for submission and acceptance, and updating them in line with contract requirements.
• Helping to monitor site progress, gather data, and produce programmes and reports to support monthly reporting and client updates.
• Assisting in the review of compensation events and variations, collecting evidence and programme information to support contractual submissions.
• Helping to prepare and maintain project progress dashboards, reports, and programme outputs for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Supporting the commercial and project teams with programme-related information to support cost and resource planning.
• Assisting in the development of tender programmes and supporting the preconstruction team with competitive tender submissions.
• Learning from and supporting the Planner/Senior Planner and wider planning team in maintaining best practices, consistency, and continuous improvement.
• Supporting site teams with short term planning on site.

Key Requirements

• A relevant qualification (or working towards) in engineering, construction management, or project management, or equivalent practical experience.
• A keen interest in construction project planning, with some understanding of how projects are delivered on site.
• Some familiarity with Asta Powerproject or other planning software is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within project teams.
• Good analytical and organisational abilities, with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Willingness to learn and develop a career within planning.
• Experience or exposure to civil engineering or infrastructure projects would be advantageous.
• Role will be based out of our Wales & Energy Bridgend office, blended with project visits across the UK.

If you are interested and want further details, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

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