Assistant Planner: Asta Powerproject & Career Growth

Construction, Property and Engineering; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Company car

Pension scheme

Healthcare options

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking an ambitious Assistant Planner for Reading and surrounding regional projects. You will work with Senior Planners and Project Managers to plan, schedule and deliver dynamic construction programs across the region, gaining exposure to pre-construction tenders and live site delivery.

Ideal candidates hold 1–3 years UK main contracting experience, with hands-on knowledge of Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6 or MS Project, and a driving licence for site visits across the region.

Qualifications

• Education: a degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Software: Asta Powerproject; Primavera P6 or MS Project welcome.
• Industry experience: 1–3 years in UK main contracting in planning roles.

Responsibilities

• Program Development: Assist in creating and updating baseline construction programs using Asta Powerproject.
• Progress Monitoring: Regularly visit project sites to track progress, update schedules, and identify delays or risk.
• Site Team Collaboration: Work with Site Managers, QS and subcontractors to align look-ahead with the master plan.
• Reporting: Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for management and clients.
• Tender & Pre-Construction: Support the pre-construction team with logistic plans and initial schedules.
• Delay Analysis: Help analyze program variations and impact assessments when changes occur.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Site collaboration

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking an ambitious Assistant Planner for Reading and surrounding regional projects. You will work with Senior Planners and Project Managers to plan, schedule and deliver dynamic construction programs across the region, gaining exposure to pre-construction tenders and live site delivery.

Ideal candidates hold 1–3 years UK main contracting experience, with hands-on knowledge of Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6 or MS Project, and a driving licence for site visits across the region.