Planner

Adler & Allan; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Bupa Healthcare

Refer a Friend

Training & Progression

Job summary

Adler and Allan is seeking a Planner to join the Reactive Civils Team, based in Exeter or Plymouth. The role is permanent and full-time, offering a competitive salary plus benefits.

You will plan, schedule and coordinate across multiple teams, ensuring compliance with permits and delivering works efficiently. The ideal candidate will have planning/co-ordination experience in civils or construction, strong communication skills, and a proactive, organised approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning, scheduling or coordination in construction or civils.
• Good telephone manners and clear written/verbal communication.
• Computer literacy with ability to use planning systems and MS Office.
• Proactive, self-directed, and well-organised with strong multi-tasking.
• Able to work under pressure and as part of a delivery-focused team.
• Attention to detail and reliable collaboration with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and prioritise works in line with operational demands and risk categories.
• Coordinate resources including operatives, plant, traffic management and subcontractors.
• Allocate and manage jobs through internal management systems.
• Maintain up-to-date schedules for operational visibility.
• Liaise with operational teams to support delivery of works.
• Manage Streetworks notices and permits, ensuring compliance.
• Monitor progress, resolve scheduling conflicts and provide reporting.
• Produce reports using Microsoft planning tools and other systems.
• Communicate with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders via meetings.
• Provide administrative and planning support to the wider business.

Skills

Planning & Scheduling

Experience in civils

Telephone manners

Computer literacy

Proactive & self-organised

Multitasking under pressure

Team player & organisation

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Teams

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Glanville Environmental is a reputable and thriving drainage and civil engineering company that has been a driving force in the South West region for over three decades. With our recent contract wins, continuous expansion, and an impressive portfolio of clients secured through long-term contracts, we are seeking talented individuals to join our passionate team. If you are ready to make your mark in the industry and be part of a family-owned business, this is your opportunity to thrive.

Job Description

Planner
Plymouth or St Austell
Permanent, full-time
Competitive salary plus benefits

We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking, and highly motivated Planner to join our Reactive Civils Team based in Exeter or Plymouth. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys coordinating operations across multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and prioritise works in line with operational demands and risk categories.
• Coordinate resources, including operatives, plant, traffic management, and subcontractors.
• Allocate and manage jobs through internal management systems.
• Maintain accurate and up to date schedules to ensure operational visibility.
• Liaise with operational teams to support the successful delivery of works.
• Manage and coordinate Streetworks notices and permits, ensuring compliance and avoiding FPNs.
• Monitor progress, feedback, and performance, resolving scheduling conflicts where required.
• Produce and maintain reports using Microsoft and other planning systems
• Communicate effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, including attending scheduled meetings via Microsoft teams.
• Provide administrative and planning support to the wider business.

Qualifications

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Experience in a planning, scheduling, or coordination role (construction, civils, utilities, or similar preferred)
• A good telephone manner
• To be computer literate, with good written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive approach and be able to work self-directed and be self-organised
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure when needed
• Dynamic and pro-active approach to working and assisting the project team delivery work effectively and efficiently
• A team player with good organisational skills
• Attention to detail

Additional Information

What we can offer you:

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave
• Company pension
• Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)
• Bupa Healthcare
• Refer a friend scheme
• Training and career progression opportunities

About us:

At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company - we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top-tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.