Senior Planner

I’m currently working with a leading construction contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Planner to join their growing pre-construction team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Planner who wants to play a key role in winning work, developing strategy and influencing projects from the earliest stages.

Their pre-construction team is where projects are won — developing the strategy, understanding the risks and creating robust programmes and methodologies that give them a competitive edge.

The Role

As Senior Planner, you’ll take a leading role in the planning and programming of tenders and pre-construction projects, working closely with bid, commercial, operations and supply chain teams.

Key responsibilities will include:

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Producing and managing tender, contract and construction programmes

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Developing build strategies, sequencing plans and critical path programmes

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Reviewing tender documents and identifying risks, opportunities and project constraints

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Preparing preliminaries, logistics plans and construction methodologies

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Working collaboratively with bid, operations and supply chain teams to develop winning submissions

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Producing high-quality tender responses, including programme and methodology content

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Supporting project teams with programme monitoring and reporting during delivery

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Contributing to risk management, health & safety and sustainable construction planning

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

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Proven experience in construction planning and programming

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Strong knowledge of Asta Powerproject, Microsoft Project or similar

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A good understanding of construction methods, contracts and procurement

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Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills

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Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness

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The ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams

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A full UK driving licence

Desirable:

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Degree qualification in a construction-related discipline

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Experience working on large-scale construction projects

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Civils and drainage experience

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Knowledge of modern construction techniques and industry best practice

Why Consider It?

This role offers the opportunity to get involved early in the project lifecycle and have a genuine influence on how projects are planned, priced and ultimately delivered.

You’ll work across a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from £250k to £40m, covering sectors including:

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Commercial

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Industrial

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Residential

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Public buildings

You’ll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your planning expertise will be valued and where you can continue to develop your career
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed