Construction Programmer

Vistry Group; Uttlesford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking a Construction Programmer to develop and update construction schedules, coordinate site routes, and track project progress. The role requires strong organisational skills, knowledge of programming software, and a degree in Construction Management. This is a 10-month fixed-term contract offering a competitive salary and benefits, including a company car and up to 39 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary and annual bonus

Company car or travel allowance

Private medical insurance

Up to 39 days annual leave with service

Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary

Qualifications

• Experience in construction project coordination or site management.
• Familiarity with construction regulations and building standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update programmes to match site progress.
• Track exceptions, delays, and reasons through an exceptions report.
• Conduct random site visits, progress checks, and update Timber Frame schedules.

Skills

Working knowledge of ASTA, MS project or equivalent programming software

Knowledge of construction programming and project planning requirements

Strong organisational and time management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate records

Education

Degree or diploma in Construction Management or Project Management

Tools

ASTA Powerproject

Microsoft Project

Job description

In a Nutshell…

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Construction Programmer to join our team within Vistry Central Home Counties , at our Bishop Stortford office. As our Construction Programmer, you will be responsible for developing and updating construction programme schedules, coordinating site routes and layout plans with Construction Managers, and tracking project progress through regular reports and site visits. You will maintain key tracking systems such as ASTA Powerproject updates, weekly excel Progress Schedules, weekly Progress Minutes, the Build Sales Tracker, Milestone Tracker, and Timber Frame schedules, and collaborate with senior management on EOTs, LADs, and other contractual obligations.

This is a 10-month fixed-term contract.

Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Working knowledge of ASTA, MS project or equivalent programming software
• Knowledge of construction programming and project planning requirements
• Familiarity with construction regulations and building standards
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of liaising with various stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records
• Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field
• Experience in construction project coordination or site management

More about the Construction Programmer role…

• Developing build site routes with Construction Managers and create layout plans.
• Develop and update programmes to match site progress, issuing weekly updates.
• Track exceptions, delays, and reasons through an exceptions report.
• Maintain and update the Build Sales Tracker with CML, PC dates, etc.
• Conduct weekly sales reporting and track CML date changes for meetings.
• Provide D&B reporting and maintain the Milestone Tracker for new sites.
• Conduct random site visits, progress checks, and update Timber Frame schedules.
• Participate in weekly D&B meetings and adjust plots, as necessary.
• Assist in monthly contractors' reports with photos and key dates.
• Update sales plans and Build Sales Tracker with build stages weekly.
• Coordinating site updates and EPC submissions
• Upload and update build routes and progress in COINS.
• Print and mark up drawings for handover months and visuals.
• Coordinate with senior management to provide regular updates on EOTs, LADs, and other contractual obligations.

Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation,and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.