Construction Planner

Orchard Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected construction contractor in Tyseley is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to manage project programmes from pre-construction to completion. The role involves preparing detailed plans, analyzing project information, and collaborating with teams to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery. Offering a competitive salary and benefits, this position values professional development and employee well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed construction programmes, logistics plans and phasing strategies.
• Analyse project information for risks and resource requirements.
• Collaborate with site teams to track progress and adjust programmes.
• Provide updates, reports and programme forecasts for stakeholders.
• Support bid submissions with tender programmes.
• Promote safe planning practices in line with standards.

Job description

A respected and fast-growing construction contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to join their Midlands team. The company delivers high-quality projects across student accommodation, residential and care sectors, recognised for their innovative approach, collaborative culture and commitment to safe, efficient project delivery.

Role Overview

The Construction Planner will play a key role in developing, managing and monitoring project programmes from pre-construction through to completion. Working closely with project, design and commercial teams, the successful candidate will ensure accurate planning, sequencing and reporting to support the timely and cost-effective delivery of schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed construction programmes, logistics plans and phasing strategies for live and tendered projects.
• Analyse project information to identify risks, opportunities and resource requirements.
• Work collaboratively with site teams to track progress and adjust programmes proactively.
• Provide regular updates, reports and programme forecasts for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support bid submissions with clear, well-structured tender programmes and methodology input.
• Promote and uphold safe planning practices in line with project-specific and company-wide standards.

Why This Role?

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• Opportunity to influence major development projects across the Midlands.
• Work with a contractor known for innovation, teamwork and delivering quality across accommodation-based sectors.
• Join an environment that values professional development, employee well-being and long-term career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package reflective of experience and industry expertise.