Planner

BAM UK & Ireland; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Electric car or car allowance

Contributory pension

BUPA

Life assurance

26 days holiday

Job summary

BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Planner to join our team on a hybrid basis, covering projects across the central belt of Scotland. The role requires coordinating and assisting in the production of documents to support Preconstruction and Construction teams.

The ideal candidate has demonstrable experience in contract and tender planning, and a strong background in construction. You will use Powerproject and MS Office tools, with BIM knowledge beneficial, and contribute to programme development

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in contract and tender planning in a similar role.
• Proven technical knowledge and experience gained from working in the construction industry.
• A relevant qualification, or working towards a relevant qualification, at degree level or equivalent experience is desirable.
• Good experience in using Asta Powerproject, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word.
• Some experience or knowledge of use of BIM, Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work within a team environment or as an individual.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and assist in the production of a variety of documents to support the Preconstruction and Construction teams.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work collaboratively as an integral member of the preconstruction team.
• Become involved with tender, pre-construction and on-site construction opportunities as they arise.
• Prepare and assist with the production of design, procurement and construction programmes using Powerproject software or similar.
• Develop and present tender programmes for review through a combination of industry output and supply chain liaison.
• Develop project strategies and prepare logistics plans and methodologies, scheduling site setups and major plant requirements, reporting findings to teams.
• Prepare and assist with the production of written reports and method statements for internal and external submissions.
• Work with site teams in producing short-term programmes to suit project requirements, including progress control and reporting functions.

Skills

Tender planning

Contract planning

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Degree in relevant field or working towards

Tools

Asta Powerproject

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Building a sustainable tomorrow

What if your next step led further than you thought?

With a reputation built over 150 years, BAM has the depth, scale and momentum to offer you more than a next step. We offer you a path. One that can take you across sectors, into leadership, or even around the world. We invest in development because we want our people to stay and grow. Wherever you want to go, we’ll help you get there.

BAM UK and Ireland are recruiting a Planner to join our team working on a hybrid basis covering projects across the central belt of Scotland.

Making Possible

The Planner will co-ordinate and assist in the production of a variety of documents to support the Preconstruction and Construction teams.

This role requires an attention to detail and an ability to work under pressure and often to demanding deadlines.

• Flexibility and adaptability to work collaboratively to become an integral member of the preconstruction team.
• Becoming involved with tender, pre-construction and on site construction opportunities as they arise.
• Prepare and assist with the preparation of design, procurement and construction programmes using Powerproject software or similiar.
• Through a combination of industry output and supply chain liaison develop and present tender programmes for review.
• Development of project strategies and preparation of logistics plans and methodologies. Whilst considering and scheduling site setups and major plant requirements. Reporting findings to internal and external teams, formulating and recommending solutions.
• Prepare and assist with the production of written reports and method statements for internal and external submissions.
• Working with site teams in the production of short term programmes as to suit project requirements. As well as progress control and reporting functions.

Your team

Working flexibly from office (Glasgow) / home or site as required.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package including an electric car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), gym subsidy, BAM social club membership and many more exciting benefits.

What do you bring to the role?

• Demonstrable experience in contract and tender planning in a similar role.
• Proven technical knowledge and experience gained from working in the construction industry.
• A relevant qualification, or working towards a relevant qualification, at degree level or equivalent experience is desirable.
• Good experience in using Asta Powerproject, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word.
• Some experience or knowledge of use of BIM, Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work within a team environment or as an individual.

About BAM

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

The application process

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. "Join us in Making Possible"