Assistant Planner – Construction Scheduling & Site Progress

TipTopJob; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Company car

Pension

Healthcare

Career development

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking an ambitious Assistant Planner to support the planning, scheduling, and delivery of regional construction projects in Reading. You will work alongside senior planners and project managers on pre-construction tender stages and live site work.

The role requires a degree or equivalent in construction management, 1–3 years UK main contracting experience, and a solid understanding of planning tools such as Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6, or MS Project.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of planning software (Asta Powerproject highly desirable; Primavera P6 or MS Project welcome).
• 1–3 years of UK main contracting experience (Junior/Assistant Planner or related roles).
• Excellent attention to detail and clear communication with clients and site teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update baseline construction programs using established software.
• Regularly visit sites to monitor progress and identify delays or risks.
• Collaborate with Site Managers, QS and Subcontractors to align short-term look-ahead with master plans.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for management and clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking an ambitious Assistant Planner to support the planning, scheduling, and delivery of regional construction projects in Reading. You will work alongside senior planners and project managers on pre-construction tender stages and live site work.

The role requires a degree or equivalent in construction management, 1–3 years UK main contracting experience, and a solid understanding of planning tools such as Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6, or MS Project.