Planner

Optimus Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimus Search is looking for an Intermediate Planner in the UK for various construction projects. Candidates should have 4–6 years of experience, focusing on constructing and maintaining detailed project schedules using ASTA Powerproject. The role involves coordinating with various teams to ensure timely project delivery, along with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. This is a full-time position that offers career advancement in a high-performing environment.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience as a Planner or Intermediate Planner in construction projects.
• Strong working knowledge of ASTA Powerproject.
• Background in construction, MEP, building services or engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes across live construction projects.
• Build schedules covering design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover phases.
• Track progress against milestones and key deliverables.
• Coordinate with project managers and site teams.
• Produce regular programme updates and progress reports.
• Identify delays and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Planning experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Proactive attitude

Tools

ASTA Powerproject

Job description

Intermediate Planner – Construction / Building Services (ASTA)

Location: London, Southampton, Hampshire, Surrey & North UK

Employment Type: Full-time

We are seeking ambitious and driven Intermediate Planners to join a leading UK construction business delivering major projects across healthcare, defence, education, commercial and wider construction sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for planners with 4–6 years’ experience who are looking to take the next step in their career and work on complex live projects within a high-performing environment.

The successful candidates will bring strong planning experience across construction, MEP or building services environments and be confident using ASTA Powerproject.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes across live construction projects
• Build schedules covering design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover phases
• Track progress against milestones, critical path activities and key deliverables
• Coordinate with project managers, site teams, commercial teams, subcontractors and consultants
• Produce regular programme updates, lookaheads and progress reports
• Identify delays, risks and programme conflicts, implementing mitigation strategiesSupport tender planning and pre-construction scheduling activities
• Ensure planning standards, reporting processes and programme governance are maintained

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Planner / Intermediate Planner within construction projects
• 4–6 years’ planning experience preferred
• Background in construction, MEP, building services or engineering projects
• Strong working knowledge of ASTA Powerproject
• Understanding of project delivery from design through commissioning and handover
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Driven, proactive and solutions-focused attitude
• Eligible to work in the UK

Preferred Experience

• MEP contractor planning
• Healthcare, defence, education or commercial projects
• Fast-paced live project environments

If interested apply or email [e-mail]