Planner

Vincera Consulting Ltd.; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Vincera Consulting Ltd. is seeking a Planner to shape projects from inception to handover, developing clear programmes, resource plans, and logistics strategies that keep work moving.

You will work with Pre-Construction, Estimating, Build and site teams, reviewing drawings and contracts to ensure fully integrated, well‑sequenced programmes and regular progress reporting. The role requires a relevant qualification and previous planning experience on large civil projects; proficiency with Asta

Qualifications

• Relevant third level qualification required.
• Experience as a Planner on large-scale civil projects.
• Experience with Asta Powerproject and Primavera.
• Experience with main contractor and civil works; M&E/ Fit out knowledge preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fully resourced tender, construction programmes, and logistics plans.
• Support bids, live projects, and post-bid negotiations through to handover.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Participate in reviews, client meetings, and risk assessments.
• Ensure site teams and contractors work to integrated, properly sequenced programmes.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contracts with engineers and surveyors.
• Provide regular progress reporting, lookahead programmes, and updates.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Team player

Motivated

Enthusiastic

Education

Relevant third level qualification

Recognised construction related qualification

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Primavera

Job description

Join our clientas a Planner and play a vital part in shaping projects from the very beginning right through to completion. You'll be at the heart of our teams, developing clear, well-structured programmes, resource plans, and logistics strategies that keep everything moving smoothly. Working closely with colleagues across Pre-Construction, Estimating, and Health & Safety, you'll help bring ideas to life and make sure every project is set up for success.

Key Duties:

• Prepare fully resourced tender, construction programmes, and logistics plans.
• Support bids, live projects, and post-bid negotiations through to handover.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Pre-Construction, Estimating, Build, Technical, Commercial) and external stakeholders (clients, consultants, subcontractors).
• Participate in reviews, client meetings, and risk assessments.
• Ensure site teams and contractors work to fully integrated, properly sequenced programmes.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contracts with engineers and surveyors to ensure accurate planning.
• Provide regular progress reporting, lookahead programmes, and updates in line with company and project requirements.
• Work on NEC contracts, producing and issuing cl.31, cl.32, and cl.62.2 programmes.

Requirements:

• Relevant Third Level Qualification
• Previous experience as a Planner
• Experience with Asta Powerproject & Primavera
• Recognised Construction Related Qualification
• Experience working with a main contractor on large-scale projects with solid knowledge of Civil works. Familiarity with M&E and Fit Out would be an advantage, though not essential
• Enthusiastic, motivated individual
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to use time productively, maximise efficiency and meet challenging work goals
• Possess ability to work well as part of a team and independently