Construction Planner

Buildforce Solutions Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Established Regional Contractor in Derby is seeking a Construction Planner to join the team. The role focuses on developing and maintaining detailed project programmes, coordinating with design, procurement and site teams on a range of projects across sectors, and ensuring milestones are achieved.

Ideal candidates will have some construction planning experience and be able to interpret drawings and bills of quantities.

Qualifications

• Some experience in a construction planning or project planning role.
• Understanding of construction programmes and planning principles.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and Bills of Quantities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and maintenance of detailed project programmes.
• Support preparation of Design Deliverable, Procurement, Commissioning and Completion Programmes.
• Assist with critical path analysis and monitoring to meet milestones.
• Review drawings, specifications and Bills of Quantities to develop build sequences.
• Monitor programme progress and flag delays or concerns.
• Develop integrated project programmes across delivery stages.
• Review subcontractor programmes and ensure alignment with the main programme.
• Maintain up-to-date programme information and reporting.
• Work with site Project Managers and delivery teams.
• Provide accurate programme reporting to the project team.

Skills

Construction planning

Project scheduling

Reading drawings

Software familiarity

IT skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Planning software

Job description

Construction Planner

Company: Established Regional Contractor

Salary: £70,000 - £80,000

Benefits: Extensive benefits package

Location: Derby - East Midlands

The Opportunity:

We are working with a well-established, family-owned construction business with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the Residential, Logistics, Industrial and Commercial sectors.

With projects typically ranging from £2m to £80m, the business has built its reputation around collaboration, transparency and a people-focused approach. Due to continued growth across the East Midlands, they are looking to appoint a Construction Planner to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with some construction planning experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and growing organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Assist in the development and maintenance of detailed project programmes.
• Support the preparation of Design Deliverable, Procurement, Commissioning and Completion Programmes.
• Assist with critical path analysis and monitoring to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Review construction drawings, specifications and bills of quantities to help develop robust build sequences.
• Monitor programme progress and highlight potential delays or areas of concern.

Programme Development & Coordination

• Assist in developing integrated project programmes covering all stages of delivery.
• Contribute to Information Required and Procurement Schedules.
• Review subcontractor programmes and assist with ensuring they align with the overall project programme.
• Support the project team in maintaining accurate and up-to-date programme information.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Work closely with site-based Project Managers and delivery teams.
• Provide accurate programme information and reporting to the wider project management team.
• Assist with the preparation of regular programme reports and updates.
• Monitor changes to critical paths, activities and key project milestones.
• Support project teams in achieving programme and business unit targets.

About You

We are looking for someone who is keen to develop their career within construction planning and has some relevant industry experience.

You will ideally have:

• Some experience in a construction planning or project planning role, or relevant exposure to planning activities.
• An understanding of construction programmes and project planning principles.
• The ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and bills of quantities.
• Experience or familiarity with project planning software and systems.
• Strong IT skills and good attention to detail.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships with project teams and subcontractors.
• A genuine desire to develop and progress within a planning career.

What's on Offer

This is an opportunity to join a growing construction business where you will have the opportunity to develop your planning expertise while working on a diverse range of projects across the Residential, Logistics, Industrial and Commercial sectors. The business offers a supportive, collaborative environment with genuine opportunities for career development and progression