Freelance Planner (Part-time)

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking a Freelance Planner for a prestigious super prime spa development in Mayfair. This part-time role offers a flexible schedule with 3 days per week, requiring strong expertise in Asta Powerproject and experience on high-profile construction projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a £15m luxury project in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planner on complex construction projects.
• Must have contractor-side experience.
• Strong track record in high-end residential or hospitality projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage construction programmes using Asta Powerproject.
• Oversee spa fit-out progress and ensure alignment with the project.
• Provide reporting and critical path analysis for stakeholders.

Skills

Asta Powerproject expertise

Construction project planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Job description

Overview

Freelance Planner – Super Prime Development

Location: Hybrid (1 day on site in Mayfair, 2 days remote)

Rate: £600 – £700 per day (outside IR35)

Schedule: Part-time (3 days per week)

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Planner to support the delivery of a super prime spa development valued at £15m, forming part of a larger high-profile scheme in Mayfair. This is a part-time freelance role, offering flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to a prestigious project in one of London’s most sought-after locations.

The successful candidate will bring strong Asta Powerproject planning expertise with a particular focus on fit-out programming, ensuring the project is delivered to the highest standard, on time and within scope.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed construction programmes using Asta Powerproject.
• Oversee and track progress of the spa fit-out, ensuring alignment with the wider development programme.
• Provide clear reporting, critical path analysis, and updates for project stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks, delays, and bottlenecks.
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, contractors, and the client team to ensure effective programme delivery.
• Prepare progress reports, forecasts, and look-ahead programmes to support informed decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with project timescales and contribute to achieving delivery excellence on a high-value, luxury scheme.

About You

• Proven experience as a Planner on complex construction projects.
• Must have contractor-side experience (essential).
• Strong track record working on high-end residential, hospitality, or super prime developments.
• Expertise with Asta Powerproject is essential.
• Solid understanding of fit-out sequencing, methodologies, and subcontractor integration.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, able to liaise confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to deliver results working part-time within a hybrid model.

Offer

• Day rate: £600 – £700 per day (depending on experience).
• Part-time: 3 days per week.
• Hybrid working: 1 day per week in Mayfair, 2 days from home.
• Opportunity to work on a prestigious £15m super prime spa project, contributing to the successful delivery of a landmark scheme.