Senior Planner – Lead Bid & Program Mastery (Flexible)

Randstad Construction & Property; Reading; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension up to 7.5% matched

Flexible working

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a Senior Planner for the Southern Region, based in Reading. You will lead the planning process across bid, tender, and delivery phases, developing robust construction sequences and detailed programs.

You will manage Level 3/4 schedules using Asta Powerproject, assess risks with QSRA, and align site teams with clients and subcontractors to ensure consistent, on-time execution.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior planning experience in UK Tier 1 or regional contracting.
• Proficiency in advanced planning software including Asta Powerproject and Primavera P6.
• Understanding of NEC/JCT contracts and construction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning during bid and tender, develop robust logic and sequences.
• Create and maintain Level 3/4 programs integrating design, procurement and construction.
• Perform QSRA to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions.
• Act as bridge between site teams, clients, and subcontractors.
• Provide monthly progress reports and dashboards for leadership.

Skills

Senior planning expertise

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

CIOB/ICE accreditation desirable

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Primavera P6

BIM 4D Modelling

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking a Senior Planner for the Southern Region, based in Reading. You will lead the planning process across bid, tender, and delivery phases, developing robust construction sequences and detailed programs.

You will manage Level 3/4 schedules using Asta Powerproject, assess risks with QSRA, and align site teams with clients and subcontractors to ensure consistent, on-time execution.