Project Planner

Amida Group; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Professional development

Job summary

Amida Group is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to join its project delivery team in the UK. The role focuses on developing and managing detailed construction programmes across multiple projects, working with project managers, engineers and commercial teams to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

You will monitor progress, prepare progress reports, manage cashflow forecasts and assist tender submissions.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Construction Planner within M&E, fire protection, or building services.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject or MS Project.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, methodology and contracts.
• Experience managing budgets and producing cashflow forecasts.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with NEC or JCT contracts and life-safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed construction programmes across multiple projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and commercial teams to hit targets.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare progress reports and programme updates for stakeholders and clients.
• Identify risks and implement recovery strategies throughout the lifecycle.
• Support tender submissions with planning input and programme development.
• Provide guidance to junior planners and oversee project cashflow forecasts.

Skills

Budgeting

Cashflow forecasting

Project planning

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Team mentoring

Education

Construction/Engineering qualification

CSCS card

Tools

Primavera P6

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

We are working with a leading specialist contractor in the specialist commercial building construction sector delivering complex installation projects across a range of commercial and infrastructure environments. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Construction Planner to join their project delivery team.

This is a key role focused on planning, programming, and supporting the successful delivery of large-scale projects, offering strong long-term career prospects within a well-established and expanding business.

The Role

You will be responsible for developing and managing detailed construction programmes across multiple projects, working closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure delivery is on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, or MS Project
• Monitor progress against programme and implement corrective actions where required
• Produce and manage project cashflow forecasts and financial reporting
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers to align delivery schedules
• Prepare and issue progress reports and programme updates to stakeholders and clients
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Support tender submissions with planning input and programme development
• Analyse delays and implement recovery strategies
• Provide guidance and support to junior planners where required

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Planner within M&E, fire protection, or building services
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, or MS Project
• Solid understanding of construction sequencing, methodology, and contracts
• Experience managing budgets and producing cashflow forecasts
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working on fire protection or life safety systems
• Familiarity with NEC or JCT contracts
• Relevant qualification in Construction, Engineering, or similar
• CSCS card

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on technically complex, high-value projects
• Clear career progression within a growing organisationSupportive team environment with a focus on professional development