Pre-Construction Planner: Tender & Programme Lead

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment represents a well-established main contractor in Ipswich seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Planner to join the team.

You will develop tender and pre-construction programmes, create logistics plans, and provide planning support throughout bids, helping to secure high-value projects. The role requires a strong main contracting background and proficiency with Asta Powerproject.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planner, Pre-Construction Planner or Project Manager in construction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed pre-construction, tender and construction programmes using Asta Powerproject.
• Develop programme strategies that support competitive and compliant bid submissions.
• Identify critical paths, programme risks, constraints and opportunities.
• Produce site logistics plans and sequencing drawings demonstrating construction methodology.
• Compile written construction methodologies for bid submissions.
• Support bid teams with planning input during the tender process.
• Liaise with operational teams, subcontractors and suppliers to obtain programme information.
• Assist with resource planning, phasing and construction sequencing.
• Prepare programme reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Review project information including drawings, specifications and contract documentation.

Skills

Planning

Tender/bid support

Contract knowledge

Analytical

Communication/presentation

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Job description

Reed Specialist Recruitment represents a well-established main contractor in Ipswich seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Planner to join the team.

You will develop tender and pre-construction programmes, create logistics plans, and provide planning support throughout bids, helping to secure high-value projects. The role requires a strong main contracting background and proficiency with Asta Powerproject.