Overview
Bovis, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
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We recruit for an Assistant Planning Manager (Assistant Planner) to join our Regions and Public Sector Construction business unit in Birmingham. The role covers projects and bids for both the private and public sector with values of £30m to £300m+.
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Responsibilities
* Support the Planning Managers and project team with all programme and time matters related to the correct execution of the NEC Contract.
* Develop with the Planning Manager/Project Team the project planning, programme and delivery strategy for bids and projects.
* Collaborate on the preconstruction and construction methodology to enable efficient and effective delivery.
* Assist the development of the project plan, programme and Planning Report in line with planning procedures.
* Provide experience-based solutions for delivering the project and considerations by the Project Team.
* Report project progress at regular intervals against the contract and delivery programmes or other nominated programmes.
* Support the creation and status of medium and short-range programmes.
* Produce data to support regular status updates and the weekly project dashboard on progress and key issues.
* Support preparation of reports and documents to inform the Project Senior Leadership Team and Business Unit on programme matters.
* Assist in chairing weekly planning meetings to coordinate project programmes, progress updates, delay records and milestones.
* Review change proposals and advise on time impact.
* Support assessment and recording of time impacts of delays – Event Analysis.
* Record as-built production rates and delays to benchmark future projects.
* Coordinate the 4D BIM model with the BIM Coordinator and promote planning ownership within the team.
* Support the development of Project Team Members in planning techniques and tools.
* Support initiatives to further enhance Planning Procedures and Processes.
Experience & background
* Practical experience with the NEC form of contract.
* Experience using data tools to analyse programme and other information.
* Understanding of construction methodology, building technology, pre-construction processes and procurement methods.
* Understanding of primary forms of construction contracts and key commercial terms.
* Good communication skills and adaptable approach to different audiences.
* Ability to produce reports and diagrams to a high standard to convey proposed sequences and methodologies.
* Working knowledge of Oracle P6 and 4D BIM software.
* Understanding of CPA planning techniques and project controls; strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, etc.).
* Experience working under different forms of construction contracts; use of Power BI and other data tools.
We will provide
* Flexible and hybrid work options
* Up to 10% employer pension contribution
* Private medical health benefit
* Life assurance
* 25 days annual leave with option to buy or sell additional days
* 3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave
* Health and wellbeing support and initiatives
* 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including Talking Therapies and Coaching
* Discounted gym membership nationwide
* Industry-leading parental leave
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Equality & Inclusion
Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and flexible working arrangements will be considered. We encourage applications from under-represented groups including women, Black, Asian, minority ethnic groups, LGBTQIA+ and disabled individuals.
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