Construction Planner

Watkin Jones Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK developer is seeking a Construction Planner to ensure project success through detailed planning and collaboration with various teams. This role requires proven experience in construction planning and proficiency in ASTA software. You’ll be responsible for developing critical path programmes and managing project timelines effectively. Benefits include a competitive salary, work-life balance, and excellent perks. Join a company that values your planning expertise and invests in its people.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Access to wellbeing programme

Discretionary annual bonus

Health cash plan

Life insurance

Exclusive shopping discounts

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction planning, ideally within PBSA, BTR, or similar sectors.
• Deep understanding of critical path analysis.
• Able to anticipate challenges and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage critical project programmes.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure projects run smoothly.
• Generate progress reports and forecasts to track project status.

Skills

Construction planning experience

Proficiency in ASTA software

Critical path analysis

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Attention to detail

Job description

Are you a construction professional with a passion for precision planning and delivering high-profile projects on time and within budget? If you thrive on solving complex challenges and ensuring seamless project execution, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The role

As a Construction Planner, you ll be at the heart of our project success working closely with Operations Directors to develop and manage critical project programmes. You ll create and maintain detailed, logic-linked critical path programmes, method statements, and logistics plans from bid stage through to completion. Your ability to coordinate seamlessly with site teams, project managers, engineers, and architects will ensure projects run smoothly and align with key objectives. By generating insightful progress reports, forecasts, and mitigation strategies, you ll provide the data-driven oversight needed to keep everything on track. With a proactive approach to risk management, you ll identify potential challenges early and implement effective solutions to maintain timelines and budgets. Additionally, working closely with the Costing team, you ll ensure resources are allocated effectively, optimising time and expenditure for maximum efficiency.

Depending on your location, this role would be office based (Chester) or home based with nationwide travel to site as required.

What you\'ll bring

We re looking for someone with proven experience in construction planning, ideally within PBSA, BTR, or similar sectors. Proficiency in ASTA construction project management software and a deep understanding of critical path analysis will be essential. You should be a strong communicator and collaborator, able to work effectively with diverse stakeholders to drive project success. A problem-solving mindset is key, with the ability to anticipate challenges and implement swift solutions to avoid delays. Attention to detail is crucial, ensuring meticulous planning and documentation that leaves nothing to chance.

If you re ready to take on a role where your planning expertise makes a real impact, we d love to hear from you!

Why choose Watkin Jones Group?

Watkin Jones Group is the UK s leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management.

Joining us means becoming part of a company that s not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We re committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development.

At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here s what we can offer you:

• Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), agile working arrangements, and discounted gym memberships.
• Wellbeing: Access to Your Wellbeing programme & OpenUp a confidential wellbeing platform is available.
• Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more.
• Benefits: Exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme.

This is an opportunity to take on a high-impact role within a forward-thinking company. In return, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the chance to work on major projects that shape the built environment.