Planner

VolkerWessels UK Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Private medical care

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

VolkerStevin is seeking a proactive Planner to drive the scheduling and lifecycle planning for major water infrastructure projects. Based in Peterborough with site travel, you will support Project Managers, construction teams and designers to deliver programmes on time and within scope.

You will bring experience in civil engineering planning, advanced P6/Asta Powerproject skills and a solid grasp of construction methods. Strong communication and a collaborative mindset are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning for civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities projects.
• Strong programme management and scheduling across the project lifecycle.
• Advanced knowledge of P6 or Asta Powerproject and Microsoft Excel.
• Good understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and project delivery.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project controls and reporting.
• Ability to analyse complex information and present it clearly to teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and monitor project programmes from tender to close-out.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, construction teams, commercial teams and designers to ensure effective planning.
• Ensure projects progress is tracked, reported and aligned with client requirements.

Skills

Planning experience

Programme management

Construction methods

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Proactive mindset

Tools

P6

Asta Powerproject

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.

We are a key delivery partner on the Anglian Water Major Projects Framework, supporting the delivery of some of the region's most critical infrastructure investments. As our portfolio continues to grow, we are looking for a talented Planner to join our team and play a vital role in the successful planning and delivery of major water infrastructure projects. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver safe, sustainable and high-quality solutions that make a lasting difference to customers and communities.

As a Planner, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining and monitoring project programmes throughout the project lifecycle, from tender and pre-construction stages through to delivery and project close-out. You will work closely with Project Managers, construction teams, commercial teams and designers to ensure projects are planned effectively and progress is monitored accurately.

The role will be based from our Peterborough office with regular travel to sites and locations across the Anglian Water region.

About you

• Experience in a planning role within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities projects.
• Strong programme management and scheduling experience across the project lifecycle.
• Advanced knowledge of P6 or Asta Powerproject and Microsoft Excel.
• A good understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and project delivery.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of project controls and reporting
• The ability to analyse complex information and present it clearly to project teams and clients.
• A proactive approach, strong initiative and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement, safety and quality.

Why work with us?

VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance
• Flexible working opportunities
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• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.