Project Planner

ZipRecruiter; Enfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential developer is seeking a Project Planner to support the delivery phases of high-quality residential construction projects. This role will involve developing detailed programmes and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety protocols while collaborating closely with various teams. The ideal candidate has solid planning experience and proficiency in tools like Asta Powerproject and MS Project.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in planning for residential developments, including social and private housing schemes.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and regulations.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing detailed tender and construction programmes and logistical strategies.
• Supporting bid submissions and live project teams with accurate scheduling.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety protocols.

Skills

Planning for residential developments

Construction methodologies

Stakeholder management

Planning software proficiency

Health & Safety awareness

Education

BTEC, HNC, FdSc, or BSc in Construction Management

Tools

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Project Planner

Location: London – Zone 1 & wider regions

We are currently hiring a Planner to support the pre-construction and delivery phases of high-quality residential construction projects on behalf of our client, a leading residential developer. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing detailed programmes, logistics plans, and methodologies for both tender and live projects, ensuring full alignment with Health & Safety, ISO9001, and project compliance standards.

The Planner will report directly to senior management and collaborate closely with pre-construction, technical, build, and commercial teams, as well as with external stakeholders, including clients, consultants, and subcontractors.

As a Planner, your primary roles and responsibilities will include:

• Developing detailed tender and construction programmes, logistical strategies, and method statements.
• Supporting bid submissions and live project teams with accurate scheduling and planning.
• Collaborating with internal teams across Pre-Construction, Estimating, Build, Technical, and Commercial functions.
• Participating in project reviews, client meetings, and contributing to risk assessment exercises.
• Assisting in post-tender negotiations and ensuring a smooth project handover process.
• Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety protocols and the company’s Quality Management System.
• Presenting programme updates and communicating planning-related insights to all key stakeholders.

Essential Criteria:

• Solid experience in planning for residential developments, including both social and private housing schemes.
• A strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and regulations.
• Proficiency in planning software (e.g. Asta Powerproject, MS Project) and the ability to visually communicate programme information.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading planning on complex or high-value residential projects.
• BTEC, HNC, FdSc, or BSc in Construction Management or a related field ().
• Health & Safety awareness and commitment to safe construction practices.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals, please reach out to Andreas at [e-mail], or send in your CV for immediate consideration. We look forward to speaking with you.