Lead Planner - Fixed Term

United Infrastructure; Debden Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic infrastructure company based in Debden Green is seeking a Lead Planner. The successful candidate will prepare and monitor project appointments while ensuring compliance with deadlines. They will work under the Contracts Manager and lead a team of planners. The role demands strong organizational and communication skills, along with a familiarity with Microsoft Project. A competitive salary and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant administration experience.
• Knowledge of project management software is required.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and monitor project appointments.
• Liaise with clients and team members for updates.
• Ensure that daily targets and KPIs are met.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking ability

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

United Infrastructure is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future; Property Services, Infrastructure Services, New Homes and Connected.

This role will be within our Property Services/Social Infrastructure pillar:

• Social Infrastructure revitalises homes and communities through the regeneration of living spaces, breathing new life into neighbourhoods.

Our mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure to create a more sustainable and inclusive society.

Job Description

As a Lead Planner, your day-to-day tasks will include preparing, reviewing and monitoring appointments, visits and completions to ensure adherence to the deadlines and timescales, liaising with the client and wider team, ensuring all relevant parties are informed of latest updates. You will work with a team of 3 planners, reporting into the Contracts Manager. As a Lead Planner, you will ensure all roles and responsibilities within the team are fullfilled and daily targets and KPIs are met. You will be required to make contact via email and telephone on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant administration experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project and other similar software programs
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to multitask
• Understanding of building regulations preferred but not essential

Additional Information

If you have the experience and skills required, whilst seeking a dynamic and diverse work environment, we're offering:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company’s growth

How to Apply:

If you are ready to be part of our expanding team and contribute to our success, apply today for immediate consideration. Join us on this exciting journey of growth and innovation!

As a business United Infrastructure prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if we require support. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.

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