Planner

Savile Lloyd; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Savile Lloyd is seeking a Planner for a construction project in East Hagbourne, UK. This position involves all aspects of planning, developing schedules, and ensuring project milestones are met. You will work closely with clients and subcontractors and are expected to have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role.

Strong organisational and communication skills alongside a high competency in MS Excel are essential. The company emphasizes a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in a similar role.
• High competency in MS Excel.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of planning as defined by the Planning SOP.
• Developing and maintaining schedules for pre-construction / construction.
• Attending schedule meetings and liaising with clients and subcontractors.
• Preparation of tender schedules and histograms.
• Auditing progress on site.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

IT Skills (MS Excel)

Problem Solving

Job description

Our client is a leading multinational engineering services provider and general contractor who specializes in mission critical turnkey solutions. Employing over 750 professionals and delivering leading-edge construction solutions across a range of key sectors including Data Centres, Healthcare, Life Sciences and Technology, Fire protection, Building Services, and Technical Support Services. They are currently looking for Planners to join them on a construction project in Didcot, UK.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of planning, as defined by the Planning SOP.
• Reporting to Planning Department.
• Reporting to Business Unit / Project Management.
• Developing and maintaining schedules for pre‑construction / construction / commissioning.
• Developing and maintaining progress databases.
• Milestone projections, delay / float path analysis.
• Earned Value Management systems.
• Monitoring schedule performance and productivity.
• Auditing progress on site.
• Attending schedule meetings, liaising with client and subcontractors.
• Preparation of tender schedules and histograms.
• Supporting weekly workface planning systems.
• Resource / cash loading of schedules.
• Providing data for payment applications.
• Completing contract review reports.
• Responsibility for quality and accuracy of schedules and reports.
• Making relevant parties aware of issues and advising on solutions.
• Recording delay and disruption.
• Assisting in the preparation of claims and providing data for contractual disputes.
• Travelling to projects to carry out the above, if required.
• Training staff, if required.
• Covering Senior Project Planner responsibilities when required.
• Exceptional Problem Solving capabilities.

You will need

• 5 years experience in a similar role.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent IT Skills – High Competency in MS Excel is required.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Savile Lloyd and our Clients are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success. Savile Lloyd is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity for all, and we encourage individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.