Scheduler

Construction Resources Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Resources Limited based in Preston is recruiting an experienced Scheduler to coordinate and manage daily and weekly work schedules. You will allocate tasks to operatives and subcontractors, ensuring programmes are delivered on time and within agreed timescales.

Working with operational managers, supervisors, and residents, you will monitor progress, adapt plans as needed and drive scheduling efficiency in a busy, customer-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as Scheduler/Planner or Coordinator.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and scheduling software.
• Experience in social housing, construction, or refurbishment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and maintain daily and weekly work schedules.
• Allocate work to operatives and subcontractors based on availability and skillset.
• Coordinate appointments, labour and resources.
• Monitor progress and identify scheduling delays.
• Liaise with operational teams, clients and residents where required.
• Manage schedule changes and communicate updates.
• Maintain records and scheduling systems.
• Monitor performance against agreed KPIs and service levels.
• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling efficiency and productivity.

Skills

Scheduler

Planner or Coordinator

Organisational skills

Time-management

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Attention to detail

Social housing experience

Trades coordination

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Our client is a leading regeneration specialist delivering refurbishment, construction, retrofit and property improvement services across the social housing sector.

With a strong focus on improving homes and communities, the organisation works in partnership with housing providers to deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions.

The Role

We are recruiting an experienced Scheduler to work on behalf of our client, based in Preston.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and scheduling operational works, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and programmes are delivered efficiently and within agreed timescales.

Working closely with operational managers, supervisors, subcontractors and other stakeholders, you will play an important role in keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and maintain daily and weekly work schedules.
• Allocate work to operatives and subcontractors based on availability, location and skillset.
• Coordinate appointments, labour and operational resources.
• Monitor work progress and identify potential delays or scheduling issues.
• Liaise with operational teams, clients and residents where required.
• Manage schedule changes and communicate updates effectively.
• Maintain accurate records and scheduling systems.
• Monitor performance against agreed KPIs and service levels.
• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling efficiency and productivity.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a Scheduler, Planner or Coordinator role.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and scheduling systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience within social housing, construction, property maintenance or refurbishment.
• Experience coordinating tradespeople or field-based operatives.
• Knowledge of job management and scheduling software.
• Personal Attributes
• Proactive and solutions-focused.
• Organised and methodical.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Customer-focused with a strong team ethic.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation delivering meaningful improvements to homes and communities.

If you are an organised and experienced Scheduler who enjoys working in a busy operational environment and takes pride in keeping things running efficiently, we would love to hear from you.