Senior Planner

Senior Planner (P6) - Reading Infratructure/ Heavy civils project

Randstad are recruiting for an experienced Senior Planner with strong P6 skills to join a heavy civils project in Berkshire. This is a contract role offering a very competitive day rate nd the opportunity to work with an industry leading contractor...

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 software, ensuring alignment with project objectives and milestones.

* Analyze project plans, drawings, and specifications to determine resource requirements and develop realistic schedules.
* Track and manage project progress against established schedules, identifying potential delays and proposing solutions.
* Prepare and present comprehensive project schedule reports to management, highlighting key milestones, critical paths, and potential risks.
* Collaborate with project managers, site engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination.
* Proactively identify and manage potential schedule risks and issues, recommending mitigation strategies.

Essential Qualifications:

* Proven experience as a Senior Planner or in a similar role within the construction industry, with a strong focus on planning complex projects.
* Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 software, with a proven track record of using it to develop and manage project schedules effectively.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with team members and stakeholders.
* Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and manage potential risks and challenges.
* Experience working within a demanding and safety-critical environment.

Desirable Qualifications:

* Experience working with leading construction companies in the UK.
* Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards for construction projects.
* Experience with other project management software, such as Microsoft Project.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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