Senior Planner in Almondsbury, South Gloucestershire, England

Energy Jobline CVL; Almondsbury; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaughlin & Harvey in Bristol are seeking a Senior Planner to lead and optimize project programmes across high-value schemes. You will develop tender and construction programmes, coordinate procurement, and support site delivery.

Reporting to the Head of Planning, you will collaborate with Bid Directors and Project Delivery Teams, using Asta PowerProject to present robust planning solutions and manage changes and delays.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate relevant previous experience in Building/Construction
• Understand construction process from inception to completion
• Good IT knowledge – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• High level of attention to detail while reviewing and compiling programme solutions
• Possess strong experience with P6 programming
• Possess good communication and inter-personal skills
• Team player
• Ability to work on your own initiative
• Can work under pressure and to tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, accurate and reliable programme data.
• Develop and communicate planning intent and proposed solutions using Asta PowerProject.
• Communicate planned intent and logic clearly to the MCLH business unit.
• Develop project programmes, method statements and logistics plans during bid and operational phases.
• Keep records of assumptions or constraints in programme development.
• Develop information required and procurement schedules from project programmes.
• Review tender/construction drawings to establish a robust programme solution.
• Review subcontractor programmes and provide briefing reports.
• Understand contractual obligations and impact on programmes, variations and delay entitlement.
• Develop and monitor detailed short-term programmes with the delivery team.
• Present and communicate impact of activity slippage and critical path analysis.
• Measure and justify progress against targets.
• Support and develop other planning team members.
• Undertake any other duties as required by management.

Skills

P6 scheduling

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Initiative

Under pressure

Construction exp

IT skills

Education

Construction qualification

Tools

Asta PowerProject

Job description

Senior Planner - Competitive Salary + Benefits - Bristol, BS32 4AQ

Build your Future with Us!

McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in construction. We provide quality new builds, extensions, refurbishments, fit-outs, and small works projects. Working within the health, education, commercial, industrial, leisure, sporting, retail, and residential sectors.

The experience and capabilities of our team allow us to deliver award-winning, quality projects.We are known for adding value and innovation throughout the process, saving our clients time and money.We work across several sectors and are partners on a number of framework agreements, creating value in every project we deliver.

We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a Senior Planner to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects.

Why join us?

• Exciting Projects – Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy
• Career Growth – Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development
• Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence
• Competitive Package – Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits.

Reporting to the Head of Planning, the Senior Planner has responsibility for the development and monitoring of programme solutions. These solutions will include developing tender submissions, construction / target programmes, procurement scheduling, resource/cost allocations, on site duties, short-term planning and the co-ordination of report development.

Working closely with the Head of Planning, Bid Directors and Project Delivery Teams the Senior Planner will contribute to the continued success and growth of the Construction Division and will be expected to meet personal development targets, project goals and business unit targets.

An excellent team working ethos is essential to fulfil the job role. Travel may be necessary to fulfil the tender and operational support requirement of the business.

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide consistent, accurate and reliable programme data.
• Develop and communicate planning intent and proposed solutions competently using Asta PowerProject.
• Can communicate and present planned intent and logic assumptions clearly both internally and externally to the MCLH business unit.
• Develop project specific Programmes, Method Statements and Logistics Plans during both the bid and operational phases.
• Keep records of any assumptions or constraints that have been made whilst developing Project Programmes, Schedules and Logistics Plans.
• Develop Information Required and Procurement Schedules from the Project Programmes.
• Review tender/construction drawings/specifications/bills to understand the project, to establish a robust programme solution.
• Review subcontractor programmes with the Project Delivery Team; compare them to the Project Programmes and provide briefing reports.
• Understand Contractual Obligations and how programmes can be impacted and recognise Changes / Variations and Delay Entitlement.
• An understanding of the planning obligations required on various forms of construction contracts.
• Develop and monitor detailed Short-Term Programmes in conjunction with the Project Delivery Team.
• Effectively present and communicate the impact of programmed activity slippage and critical path analysis.
• Accurately measure and justify progress and reporting estimates against the programme targets.
• Supporting & developing other members of the planning department team.
• Undertake any other duties which may be required by management.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications:

Construction related qualificationExperience and Skills

• Demonstrate relevant previous experience in Building/Construction
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the construction process from inception to completion of a project
• Demonstrate a good IT knowledge – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail whilst reviewing and compiling programme solutions
• Possess strong experience with P6 programming
• Possess good communication and inter-personal skills
• Team player
• Ability to work on your own initiative
• Can work under pressure and to tight deadlines

Join us on our journey to #BuildingTogetherUnlockingPotential

McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.

We take responsibility for always striving to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.As a Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements