Construction Planner

TRS Staffing Solutions; Stone House; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Construction Planner to work in a hybrid model, balancing between onsite and client's offices. The role requires proven expertise in project planning within complex environments, proficiency with Primavera P6, and knowledge of Earned Value Management. Ideal candidates will hold relevant project management qualifications and exhibit a strong customer focus. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to lead planning sessions and drive innovation across various projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in planning within complex project delivery environments.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 for scheduling and project management.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and how it integrates with project scheduling and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead interactive planning sessions to align project teams and define milestones and deliverables.
• Perform float path analysis to identify critical paths and potential delays.
• Conduct impact assessments for change control and maintain the baseline in accordance with approved changes.

Skills

Planning within complex project delivery environments

Proficiency with Primavera P6

Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM)

Familiarity with NEC contract requirements

Strong customer focus

Solid understanding of the project lifecycle

Education

Project Management Qualification (e.g., APM, PMP)

Job description

Senior Construction Planner – Electrification

Hybrid working arrangements, 3 days on site, with travel to client offices as required.

Our client is a specialist consultancy offering Project Controls, Project Management, and Commercial services to high-profile clients across the Energy, Defence, and Infrastructure sectors.

Looking for experience in Transmission & Distribution, substations, and over/under ground power lines.

In your role, you’ll find opportunities to work on a range of projects across sectors.

• Lead interactive planning sessions to align project teams and define milestones and deliverables.
• Perform float path analysis to identify critical paths and potential delays.
• Conduct impact assessments for change control and maintain the baseline in accordance with approved changes.
• Drive innovation by introducing new ways of working for our clients.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Proven experience in planning within complex project delivery environments.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 for scheduling and project management.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and how it integrates with project scheduling and reporting.
• Familiarity with NEC contract requirements and their impact on project planning.
• Strong customer focus and ability to manage relationships effectively.
• Solid understanding of the project lifecycle and project management processes.
• A relevant Project Management Qualification (e.g., APM, PMP) or equivalent professional certification in a related discipline (eg Engineering or Construction)