Construction Planner

People 3 Construction; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

26 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Learning and Development Opportunities

Industry-Leading Family Leave Benefits

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Planner to join their dynamic team in the east of England. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile construction projects across various sectors, including Healthcare and Education. As a Planner, you will manage project progress, produce detailed programmes, and support both live and tender projects. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. With competitive benefits, including generous family leave and private medical insurance, this position is ideal for motivated individuals looking to advance their careers in a thriving sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale construction projects in various sectors.
• Ability to manage and report on project progress effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage project progress and key performance indicators.
• Produce integrated tender programmes and logistic plans.
• Support multiple projects ensuring successful completion.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Critical Path Analysis

Earned Value Analysis

Team Motivation

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Planner based in the east of England to join our Tier 1 construction client. The role focuses on high-profile, technically complex projects across multiple sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within a talented, diverse, and supportive team.

The Planner plays a vital role in providing effective planning and programming services for pre-contract and project teams.

Responsibilities as a Planner:

• Manage and report on project progress, understanding key performance indicators, project controls, and metrics.
• Ensure full integration of design and procurement elements within programmes with construction activities.
• Produce integrated tender programmes, logistic plans, method statements, and present proposals at settlement meetings.
• Review programme effectiveness following changes, advise on delays, and manage risks.
• Support multiple projects, including live and tender projects, ensuring successful completion with minimal supervision.
• Guide and advise other Planners.
• Mentor trainee planners and provide planning support across the business.

Requirements for the role:

• Experience working on large-scale construction developments or multiple scheme projects in sectors such as Healthcare, Education, or Ministry of Justice.
• Confident communicator with experience liaising with diverse clients.
• Familiarity with common construction contracts like NEC 3 and performance measurement techniques such as Critical Path Analysis, Earned Value Analysis, and KPIs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant project management software.
• Ability to motivate teams and achieve high performance.
• Highly organized, capable of writing and monitoring project plans and schedules efficiently.

Additional benefits include:

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Travel coverage to sites based on HMRC advisory rates
• Private Medical insurance
• 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Industry-leading family leave benefits, including 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave and 12 weeks fully paid paternity leave.

Additional information:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Construction