Planner

Seddon Construction Limited; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm seeks an experienced Planner to join their team in Farnworth. Responsibilities include managing construction programmes, supporting the Bid and Construction teams, and monitoring project progress. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the construction industry, strong knowledge of planning software such as Asta Powerproject, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, car allowance, and extensive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Car Allowance

26 Days Holidays

Pension Scheme

Free Parking

Private Health Care

Professional Development & Training Opportunities

Flexible Working

Online Retailer Discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of planning software like Asta Powerproject.
• Experience across multiple project stages.

Responsibilities

• Support the Bid Team in securing new work through effective planning.
• Ensure production of accurate reports for Senior Management.
• Create logic-linked construction programmes.
• Monitor contract progress and produce detailed reports.

Skills

Asta Powerproject proficiency

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration in teams

Education

Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planner to join our Property Services NW team based in Bolton. The main purpose of the role is produce and manage construction programmes of various levels of complexity.

Benefits

Competitive Salary / Car Allowance / 26 Days Holidays / Pension Scheme / Free Parking / Private Health Care / Professional Development & Training Opportunities / Free Wellbeing Initiatives such as eye care vouchers, occupational health, employee assistance programme / Ministry of Fun / Flexible Working / Online Retailer Discounts (Seddon Smartspending)

What You'll Do

Support the Bid Team in securing new work through effective planning input

Support the Construction team in the delivery of construction projects

Ensure production of accurate reports as required by the Senior Management

Develop tender programmes at a level of detail appropriate to each tender submission

Support the Bid Team by preparing detailed written responses on construction methodology, sequencing, and programming

Produce Logistics Plans in accordance with company standards for both tender submissions and live projects

Prepare scaffold schedules, temporary electric schedules, and temporary works schedules to assist the estimating team in pricing accurately

Create logic-linked construction programmes in collaboration with the construction team using Asta Powerproject, including procurement and information required schedules (IRS)

Monitor and report on contract progress, producing detailed progress reports covering IRS, procurement, approvals, and construction activities

Produce as‑built programmes as part of the reporting and project close‑out process.

Record and analyse delays, liaising with operational and commercial teams to ensure timely client notifications

Develop completion and short‑term programmes as requested by the construction team

Support subcontractor management by producing trade filters, short‑term programmes, or resource schedules as required

Assist with the assessment, justification, and submission of Extensions of Time (EOTs).

Have You Got What It Takes

Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within the construction industry

Strong knowledge of Asta Powerproject (or similar planning software)

Experience working across multiple project stages: tender, pre‑construction, and live delivery

Excellent understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and logistics.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

• Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline preferred.