Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Planner (Mechanical, Electrical, and HVAC bias) to be engaged on a permanent basis, based in Bridgwater.
The Construction Planner will be responsible for the onsite planning of installation activities and associated data, this will include the governance, management and updating of project construction schedules.
The development, integrations, design, testing & commissioning of detailed construction schedules within the project phase
Considering all aspects of integrated mechanical, electrical and HVAC works on the project. This will involve conducting integrated schedule reviews to develop detailed, optimised construction delivery sequences and resource loaded schedules.
Integration of construction works activities with all client programmes within the project schedules to optimise the planning process. The role will be instrumental in addressing interfaces. The detailed construction schedules support the overall project integrated works schedule (IWS) and the 16-week look ahead process to un-constrain work and deliver schedule adherence.
The management and update of the schedule data within the planning and production control toolsets
Support for the performance optimisation / influence of the 4D capability on the performance of Safety, Quality, Cost, Time & Risk across the life-cycle delivery of the project scope of Work
Ensure that the installation schedule is supported by the relevant digital tool sets and data to ensure that its performance always meets the needs of the delivery of the project Scope of Work
Ensuring that project Programme construction schedules are produced, managed, and maintained in accordance with the planning procedures and contract requirements
Reporting of site progress using various methods, and ensuring the construction are informed of relevant schedule data.
The Construction Planner will have knowledge of Engineering, Procurement and Construction process and the integration of these activities. Specific knowledge, skills, qualification, and experience include:
A construction trade or OND/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Equivalent in Construction Management or related subject is desirable, as is Professional membership of one or more of the following: RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE, or a demonstrable level of experience based on previous project assignments.
In-depth knowledge and experience of programme progress and forecast position and planning.
Strong communication skills
An understanding of various methods of planning, programming and progress monitoring
An understanding of the construction market, methods of construction, plant, equipment and labour requirements
A basic understanding of estimating principle
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