Programme Planner

United Infrastructure Ltd; Swanley; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work scheme

Company pension

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Wellness programmes

Job summary

A construction services company in the UK is seeking a Programme Planner to manage and maintain project schedules, assess risks, and collaborate with various teams. The ideal candidate has experience in the construction industry, strong skills in Microsoft Project, and excellent communication abilities. This full-time role offers a range of benefits including a pension and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Programme Planner in the construction industry.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and ability to meet deadlines.
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Knowledge of project management principles and risk management.
• Experience with bid/tendering processes.
• Leadership and ability to influence stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Build detailed pre‑construction and construction programs.
• Manage and maintain detailed pre‑construction and construction programs.
• Assess and report on risks and delays.
• Assess and report on risks and delays, incorporating them into the schedule.
• Liaise with on-site teams to understand resource profiles and productivity assumptions.
• Identify and manage the critical path of programs and mitigate slippage.
• Collaborate with quantity surveyors and commercial teams to align program with forecast.
• Own and drive resolution of Risk & Issue logs.
• Conduct program review sessions with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management principles

Data interrogation and analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation abilities

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Ability to work under pressure

Negotiation

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

Part of the wider United Infrastructure, Social infrastructure focuses on revitalising homes and communities through the regeneration and maintenance of living spaces, breathing new life into neighbourhoods and ensuring homes are safe and compliant. From delivering large programmes of work for social housing providers, to fully integrated property service solutions, we provide a wide range of services for public sector clients. We’re specialists in net zero retrofit, working closely with our clients to lower the carbon footprint of their buildings and in turn, minimise operational costs. This includes using more thermally efficient building products, and energy efficient technology to deliver cost‑efficient, carbon‑reducing solutions.

Job Description

• Build detailed pre‑construction and construction programs aligned to key tender stage requirements, agreeing with relevant operations teams as to the deliverability of the scheme.
• Where working within Operational teams, manage, and maintain detailed pre‑construction and construction programs, ensuring projects meet key milestones.
• Submit regular program updates to Operations and Commercial managers in line with contractual requirements.
• Assess and report on risks and delays, incorporating them into the project schedule.
• Liaise with on‑site operations teams to understand resource profiles and productivity assumptions.
• Identify and manage the critical path of programs, working with the wider team to mitigate slippage.
• Collaborate closely with quantity surveyors and commercial teams to ensure alignment with program for commercial forecasting.
• Own, update, and drive resolution of Risk & Issue logs.
• Conduct program review sessions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and implement efficiencies and improvements in internal and external processes.
• Ensure program submissions comply with contractual guidelines.
• Build strong client relationships, representing the company brand professionally.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Programme Planner in the construction industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (essential) and other Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong data interrogation and analytical skills.
• Excellent understanding of project management principles and risk management.
• Experience with bid/tendering processes.
• Leadership experience and ability to influence stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred (e.g., Construction Management, Engineering, or Project Management).
• Solid knowledge of construction industry practices and terminology.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and negotiation abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Self‑motivated with a proactive approach to work.
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to regional sites.
• Adaptability to learn and use various client tools and reporting systems.

Benefits

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Wellness programmes

Additional Information

• Must be highly computer literate including Microsoft Office and confident in managing and working with large data sets.
• This job is a full‑time permanent role, 8am‑5pm Monday to Friday based in the South of England.
• Opportunity to spend time in and working closely with other departments will be provided to ensure the successful applicant gains a wide depth and breadth of experience and understanding of the company and industry.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Strategic Management Services