Planner

R G Carter Construction; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking an experienced Planner to join their Ipswich team. This role involves managing construction programs for diverse projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery. Responsibilities include using planning software, developing detailed programs, liaising with stakeholders, and preparing reports. The ideal candidate should possess proven experience in the construction industry, knowledge of planning software, and strong analytical and communication skills. A formal qualification in Construction Management or Civil Engineering is desirable. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planner within the construction industry.
• Ability to work collaboratively with site teams and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequences and processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed construction programs using industry-standard planning software.
• Liaise with project teams, subcontractors and suppliers regarding program requirements.
• Compile written methodology to describe construction processes for bid documents.

Skills

Planning software (Asta Powerproject)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Construction methods knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Formal qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Planner to join our team at our Ipswich office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse construction projects across the region, contributing to the successful planning and delivery of high-quality developments. You will be responsible for producing, managing and monitoring project programmes to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.

• Competitive

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed construction programmes using industry-standard planning software (Asta Powerproject)
• Develop pre-construction programmes and tender programmes
• Identify critical paths, potential challenges and programme risks
• Liaise with project teams, subcontractors and suppliers regarding programme requirements
• Prepare reports and presentations for clients and senior management
• Support pre-construction and tender stages with planning input
• Produce logistics layouts and sequencing drawings to show how we will build the projects
• Compile written methodology to describe how we are going to construct the project for inclusion in our bid documents
• Assist with resource planning and sequencing.

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Proven experience as a Planner within the construction industry
• Proficient in planning software (Asta Powerproject)
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequences and processes
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and contract documentation
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail with ability to identify programme risks
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively with site teams and stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Self-motivated with ability to manage own workload.
• Knowledge of NEC and JCT contract forms
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Formal qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Experience across multiple construction sectors
• Understanding of Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes
• Experience with earned value management
• APM or similar professional membership

Experience

• Main Contracting background working on similar schemes that we carry out like schools, healthcare, defence, public buildings etc from a value of £2m to £40m

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