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Are you a skilled Planner looking for an opportunity to work on high-quality housing, extra care, and retirement living projects?
Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support the planning and successful delivery of multiple projects.
If you have strong experience in residential construction and a keen eye for programme management, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:
As a Planner, you will play a key role in the successful execution of construction projects by developing, managing, and updating project programmes.
Working closely with project teams, you will ensure smooth sequencing, risk mitigation, and compliance with NEC contract requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and manage project programmes at various stages, from concept to construction.
2. Work closely with site and contract management teams to create short-term and long-term schedules.
3. Collaborate with design teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners to coordinate project sequencing.
4. Produce phasing plans, site layouts, and traffic management strategies.
5. Attend meetings to provide progress updates and strategic planning insights.
6. Identify potential risks and opportunities, providing mitigation strategies.
7. Support commercial teams with entitlement, delay, and disruption programmes.
8. Mentor and support junior planning staff.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience & Qualifications:

1. House building experience is essential.
2. Construction-related degree (preferred but not essential).
3. Prior planning experience within a main contractor environment (projects up to £25m).
4. Strong knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and programme outputs.
5. Proficiency in Asta Powerproject (MS Project experience is also beneficial).
6. Familiarity with NEC, ICE, and JCT contracts.
7. Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
8. Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.

Personal Skills:

1. Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
2. Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented.
3. Ability to work independently and think critically.
4. Professional, adaptable, and solutions-focused.

Why Join Us?

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Exciting and varied projects in the housing and retirement living sector.
3. A supportive and dynamic work environment.
4. Opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Apply Today!
If you’re ready to take on this exciting role, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your CV and a cover letter to dan@ex-mil.co.uk