Planner

NRL; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the life sciences sector is seeking a Senior Planner to join their team in Oxford. The role involves developing construction programmes, managing stakeholder engagement, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Offering a range of benefits including flexible working and opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for experienced planners looking to make an impact in high-tech projects.

Benefits

26 days holiday (+ option to purchase 5 extra)

Company car or car allowance

Employer pension contributions

Competitive mileage rate & travel expenses

Flexible & remote working options

Enhanced parental leave

Professional & educational development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven success on live pharmaceutical projects with stakeholders.
• Extensive knowledge of UK & EU legal frameworks.
• Experience in mentoring & developing junior planners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of construction target programmes.
• Prepare sequence sketches and planning workbooks.
• Document programme risks and ensure quality compliance.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Relationship Management

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in construction management

Certification in planning and programme software

Membership of a relevant professional body

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Title: [Senior Planner]

Our client, a tier 1 contractor operating in the life sciences space, is looking for a Senior Planner to cover the South Region which is predominantly Oxford, London and Kent. The position is offered on a permanent basis and would require travel to the various sites 3 days of the week.

Responsibilities

• Programme Development: Lead the preparation of construction target programmes, identifying improvements against contract schedules.
• Tendering & Supply Chain Validation: Develop tendering programmes, validating them with the supply chain and preparing settlement information.
• Critical Path Analysis: Ensure all programmes are fully logic linked, generating a robust critical path and float paths for analysis.
• First-Principles Planning: Develop custom logic, assess quantum of work, calculate periods, and resource load programmes.
• Logistics & Sequencing: Prepare sequence sketches, mark-ups, and planning workbooks to establish programme foundations.
• 4D Programme Development: Support or lead the development of 4D programmes for enhanced planning and visualization.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work with the supply chain to align project programmes with design, lead times, construction, and resource requirements.
• Risk Management: Document programme risks, including H&S, commercial, quality, and time-related risks.
• Quality & Compliance: Establish hold points for inspections and sign-offs, ensuring compliance and quality assurance.
• Opportunity Identification: Recognize and capitalize on project opportunities to drive efficiency and performance.
• Contract Awareness: Understand various contract formats, particularly NEC, ensuring provisions for Time Risk Allowance (TRA) and Terminal Float.
• Document Management: Maintain electronic planning files within the Common Data Environment (CDE) for seamless retrieval.
• Industry Standards: Produce contract and tender programme files to pass CIOB or DCMA quality checks.

Experience & Skills

• Proven success working with clients, contractors, and stakeholders on live pharmaceutical projects.
• Strong team collaboration experience.
• Extensive knowledge of UK & EU legal frameworks, particularly in contract management.
• Experience in mentoring & developing junior planners.
• Background in laboratory construction and high-tech manufacturing facilities is desirable.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Asta Powerproject & Primavera P6.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or diploma in construction management.
• Certification in planning and programme software (desirable).
• Membership of a relevant professional body (desirable).
• Advanced training in:
  • Asta Powerproject – Progress Analysis & S-Curve Reporting
  • Primavera P6 – Managing Costs & Resources
  • Contract Awareness – Understanding JCT & NEC Contracts
  • Basic BIM Training – Common Data Environment Knowledge

Additional Benefits

• 26 days holiday (+ option to purchase 5 extra)
• Company car or car allowance
• Employer pension contributions
• Competitive mileage rate & travel expenses
• Flexible & remote working options
• Enhanced parental leave
• Professional & educational development opportunities

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