Planner

Sphere Solutions; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment specialist is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to join a Tier 1 main building contractor in Cardiff. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on prestigious construction projects across South Wales. Ideal candidates will have strong ASTA Powerproject experience and be adept at collaborating with project teams to ensure successful project delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Long-term career progression

Opportunity to work on high-value projects

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Construction Planner / Project Planner role.
• Strong working knowledge of ASTA Powerproject.
• Experience working for a main building contractor (Tier 1 or Tier 2).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce, manage and update detailed construction programmes using ASTA Powerproject.
• Monitor project progress and identify programme risks.
• Work closely with site teams to ensure programme compliance.

Skills

ASTA Powerproject

Construction Planning

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Job description

Construction Planner – Tier 1 Main Contractor – Cardiff

Location: Cardiff, South Wales

Salary: Competitive + Package (DOE)

Job Type: Permanent

Sphere Solutions, a leading construction recruitment specialist, is recruiting an experienced Construction Planner to join a Tier 1 main building contractor on a permanent basis in Cardiff.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Planner with strong ASTA Powerproject experience to join a well-established, award-winning contractor delivering high-profile building projects across South Wales.

Role Overview - Construction Planner

You will play a key role in the planning and successful delivery of complex construction projects, working closely with project teams, commercial managers and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce, manage and update detailed construction programmes using ASTA Powerproject
• Support tender planning and pre-construction activities
• Monitor project progress and identify programme risks
• Provide regular programme updates and reports to senior management
• Work closely with site teams to ensure programme compliance
• Assist with short-term and long‑term planning on live projects

Planner Requirements

• Proven experience in a Construction Planner / Project Planner role
• Strong working knowledge of ASTA Powerproject
• Experience working for a main building contractor (Tier 1 or Tier 2)
• Background across building projects such as education, healthcare, commercial or public‑sector works
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced construction environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Long‑term career progression with a Tier 1 contractor
• Opportunity to work on prestigious, high‑value construction projects
• Secure pipeline of work across South Wales
• Supportive, professional working environment

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