Senior Planner UK

John Sisk and Son; St Albans; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Planner to oversee planning management for Life Science projects. The role requires developing comprehensive project programmes, engaging with supply chains, and advanced planning software proficiency. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have experience in construction management. Competitive salary and benefits package included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26+ days annual leave

Excellent Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Qualifications in construction management.
• Experience working on Pharmaceutical projects.
• Membership of relevant professional body, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Develop the baseline contract programme for all project phases.
• Prepare a construction programme highlighting improvements.
• Engage with the supply chain to develop project requirements.

Skills

Construction management

Planning software proficiency

Pharmaceutical project experience

Advanced contract awareness

Education

Relevant Degree or diploma

Qualifications in construction management

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Primavera P6

Job description

Senior Planner - UK

To lead the planning management function for the Sisk group of companies on Life Science project. To set the standard for planning and project controls and regularly review the functionin the preconstruction and construction phases. To develop a consistent approach and produce regular reports to feedback on progress and performance to thegroup board.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the development of the baseline contract programme, covering all aspects of design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover. All elements to be fully logic linked and have a critical path.
• To lead in the preparation of a construction (target) programme highlighting areas of improvement against the contract programme.
• Prepare a tender event programme for the procurement of subcontractors incorporating design release and lead in activities.
• Maintain electronic files and administration of planning and programme documents to facilitate retrieval as required. Utilising the common data environment (CDE).
• Provide all programme information as required support the management team.
• To develop a 4D graphical model, where required or 2D phasing plans. To represent the sequence of build, phasing and logistics.
• Use the construction programme to produce / assist in the production of project prelim books including, but not limited to, staff resource, logistics and temporary works requirements.
• To engage with the supply chain to develop the project programme with regards to design, lead-in’s, construction periods, plant & labour requirements
• To review risk and opportunities for every programme produced and highlight potential mitigation measures in the programme. Including float and time risk allowances.

Qualifications

• Relevant Degree or diploma
• Qualifications in construction management
• Experience working on Pharmaceutical projects
• Certification for use of planning and programme software
• Membership of relevant professional body, where applicable
• Advanced Asta Powerproject Training – Progress Analysis & S-curve reporting.
• Advanced Primavera P6 scheduler Training Managing costs & resources.
• Managing People Training
• Advanced contract awareness – Understanding JCT and NEC forms of contract

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 26+ days annual leave
• Excellent Benefits Package
• And much more!