Construction Planner Trainee | Grow in Project Controls

Reds10; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career path

Mentoring and support from experienced

Training and professional development

Exposure to high-profile projects

Job summary

Reds10 in London is seeking a Construction Planner or Assistant Planner to join our Planning Team. This role offers exposure to every stage of the planning process on innovative projects and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals.

You will develop programmes, conduct critical path analysis, manage resources, monitor progress, and support delay analysis while collaborating with PMs, design teams, site teams, and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Experience or a solid understanding of construction planning principles and processes.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with Asta Powerproject, Microsoft Project, or similar planning software.
• Knowledge of construction methodologies, sequencing, and scheduling principles.
• Understanding of resource planning, reporting, and project performance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the creation and maintenance of detailed construction programmes using Asta Powerproject.
• Assisting with critical path analysis, milestones, and project sequencing.
• Ensuring programmes align with project timelines, contractual obligations, and client requirements.
• Preparing programme narratives and methodologies that clearly explain project logic and assumptions.
• Tracking project progress against baseline programmes.
• Assisting in the preparation of regular progress updates and planning reports.
• Identifying programme variances and supporting corrective actions where required.
• Maintaining project records, schedules, spreadsheets, and planning documentation.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Senior Planners, Design Teams, Site Teams, and subcontractors.
• Attending project meetings and assisting with programme updates and planning presentations.

Skills

Asta Powerproject

MS Excel

Project controls

Critical path analysis

Resource planning

Problem solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-priority management

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Reds10 in London is seeking a Construction Planner or Assistant Planner to join our Planning Team. This role offers exposure to every stage of the planning process on innovative projects and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals.

You will develop programmes, conduct critical path analysis, manage resources, monitor progress, and support delay analysis while collaborating with PMs, design teams, site teams, and subcontractors.