Job Description
Freelance Senior Planner - Leeds \n\nProject: Various projects across core sectors including education, healthcare, MoD, MoJ and leisure with build values up to £30m\n Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire \n Duration: 6 Months\n Job Type: Freelance / Contract\n Reporting into: Operations Director\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nWe are seeking an experienced freelance Senior Planner to join a leading contractor based from their head office in Leeds to play a crucial role as part of the commercial team, leading and overseeing a diverse portfolio of projects across key sectors-including education, healthcare, MoD, MoJ, and leisure with build values exceeding £30m. In this role, you will develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using advanced Asta or Primavera P6. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure alignment with project objectives, monitor progress, and implement corrective actions as necessary to achieve successful project delivery.\n\nWhat We're Looking For\n\nExperience:\n\nA comprehensive background with over five years collaborating with Tier 1 or Tier 2 construction contractors\nA strong track record in executing projects across multiple sectors such as, education, healthcare, and both MoD and MoJ environments\nA proven history of working in a similar position on new build / refurbishment projects with build values in excess of £5mKey Skills:\n\nStrong IT skills\nCapability to conduct successful negotiations\nKnowledge of Asta or Primavera Planning Software\nClear communication abilities combined with a keen eye for detail\nCapacity to adjust to changes and amend project plans as required\nSolid understanding of industry regulations, standards, and best practices\nComprehensive knowledge of construction processes, materials, and methodologies\nStrong communication and interpersonal abilities, facilitating effective collaboration with a wide range of stakeholdersKey Responsibilities\n\nMaintain and oversee relationships with stakeholders\nCarry out scheduled quality inspections and evaluations\nParticipate in strategic planning and decision-making processes\nExecute effective strategies to ensure steady project advancement\nPreparation of accurate and comprehensive project documentation\nExecute risk management strategies to address unexpected obstacles\nAddress client concerns and ensure satisfaction with project deliverables\nEstablish and sustain positive client relationships, communicating regularly\nEnsure the project aligns with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards\nTrack and oversee the project schedule to guarantee compliance with deadlines\nCreate and deliver routine reports on project advancement, challenges, and results\nDetect potential risks and implement effective mitigation and management strategies\nHandle and resolve project issues as they emerge for the remainder of the project lifecycle\nUtilise project management tools and technologies to improve planning and coordination processes\nDevelop comprehensive project schedules that account for critical milestones and task dependenciesWhy Join?\n\nBe part of a respected team with a strong industry reputation\nWork on high-profile projects in both public and private sectors\nBenefit from a supportive and collaborative work environment focused on employee development\nJoin a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge technology and modern construction methodsContact Details:\n\nContact: James Shorte (Associate Director) or Thomas Robertshaw (Resourcer) at Caval - (phone number removed)\n\nOr send your CV to