Trainee MEP Planner

Bimplus; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life cover from Day one

Private Health Care Scheme

Annual Bonus Scheme - 10%

Annual Leave 25 DAYS PLUS 8 Bank HOLID

5 days carer leave

1 day volunteering leave

Option to purchase up to five moreDays

Job summary

Bimplus invites applications for a Trainee MEP Planner in Plymouth. You will help develop and coordinate project programmes across office and site teams to ensure timely delivery on healthcare projects.

You will use planning software such as Asta and Microsoft Project, collaborate with estimators, review contingencies, and prepare progress reports. Training and career development are available, with salary negotiable depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Analytical thinking with a focus on problem-solving.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in planning software such as Asta and Microsoft Project.
• Solid understanding of building services and sequencing.
• Possession of a valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and review project programmes at pre-contract and post-contract stages.
• Create progress reports and revise project schedules using planning software.
• Break down large projects into manageable phases of development.
• Plan and manage project timeframes using project management tools.
• Collaborate with estimators to calculate resources for projects.
• Develop contingency plans for timeline changes and EOT risks.
• Meet with contractors and suppliers to discuss programme issues.
• Coordinate between office and site teams to align programmes and sequencing.
• Produce procurement and design programmes aligned with schedules.
• Review EOT/Compensation Events and adjust programmes accordingly.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Persistence & results-driven

MS Project

Asta

Building services sequencing

UK driving licence

Tools

Asta

Microsoft Project

Job description

Trainee MEP Planner Our client is a large Tier One M&E Contractor that operates throughout the UK, and they're looking to take on a Trainee or Experienced M&E Planner to work in Plymouth, numerous projects but mainly on their Healthcare Project.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating project programmes, ensuring timely delivery and efficient resource allocation. This role involves working closely with both office-based and site-based staff, contractors, and suppliers to ensure consistency and alignment across all phases of MEP projects.

This may suite someone that has trained in the M&E sector but is perhaps not looking to become a Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities and Duties for an experienced Planner:

• Develop, maintain, and review project programmes at pre-contract and post-contract stages.
• Create progress reports and revise project schedules and forecasts using planning/programme software such as Microsoft Project or Asta.
• Break down large projects into manageable phases of development.
• Use project management tools to plan and manage project timeframes effectively.
• Collaborate with Estimators to calculate resources required for projects.
• Develop contingency plans to address potential changes in project timelines.
• Meet with contractors and suppliers to discuss and review programme-related issues.
• Demonstrate knowledge of construction processes, particularly in roofing and façade works.
• Coordinate between office and site teams to ensure consistency in programmes and sequencing.
• Produce procurement and design programmes aligned with agreed construction schedules.
• Conduct critical reviews of programmes for Extension of Time (EOT) requests, identifying delays, hold-ups, and additional works.
• Maintain a basic understanding of EOT/Compensation Events requirements to ensure accurate programme adjustments.

Requirements

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Analytical thinking with a focus on problem-solving.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Persistence, determination, and a results-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in using planning software such as Asta and Microsoft Project.
• Solid understanding of building services and sequencing. (Essential)
• Possession of a valid UK driving licence.
• Knowledge of building services and their sequencing. (Preferred)

In return this company offers

• Further training and development opportunities.
• Life cover from Day one
• Private Health Care Scheme
• Annual Bonus Scheme - 10%
• Annual Leave 25 DAYS PLUS 8 Bank Holidays
• 5 days carer leave
• 1 day volunteering leave
• Option to purchase up to five more days holiday
• Salary Negotiable depending on experience