About the role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Planner to join our Ground Engineering team in Motherwell, Scotland.
Role purpose
Responsible for creating and managing comprehensive construction project schedules, optimising resource allocation, and ensuring timely project delivery. Aims to streamline planning processes, enhance coordination, and contribute to the overall efficiency of construction projects. The scope includes meticulous scheduling and strategic coordination to facilitate successful project outcomes.
What you'll be doing
The successful candidate in this role will have the following accountabilities:
* Working independently: Ensuring that the programme content is functionally compliant with the planning procedures and guidance;
* Tender: Develop and agree by collaboration a logical sequence and methodology
ensuring that the most efficient design, procurement & construction strategy is
adopted for the delivery of the works;
* Produce and document planning deliverables, including programs, planning philosophy, presentations, and reports. Also, generate the Tender Programme and supporting information in accordance with tender requirements;
* Contract: At the contract stage, the Planner is responsible for producing, managing, and maintaining the Contract Programme in accordance with planning procedures under the guidance of the Planning/Project Lead;
* Resource Management: Skilled in managing labour, equipment, and materials efficiently to meet project objectives while minimizing costs and delays;
* Contract Management: Manage contracts with subcontractors and suppliers, monitoring performance, and resolving contract-related issues;
* Data Analysis: Aid the planning team to produce project data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, identify deviations, and make data-driven decisions for project improvement;
* Displaying and evaluating the project critical path and advise the project team of the results and any appropriate corrective action;
* Producing and maintaining project baselines and execute the change control process as appropriate.
Who we're looking for
The successful candidate will have the following skills, knowledge and experience:
Skills:
* Analytical and problem solving;
* Good understanding and management of data and processes;
* Excellent communication skills;
* Time Management;
* Negotiation.
Knowledge:
* Competent in project management tools and software like Excel, MS Project, Primavera P6 or ASTA;
* Comprehensive knowledge of construction, including construction methodology, various phases, processes, and requirements, to facilitate effective project planning;
* Knowledge in project scheduling, including the ability to create, manage, and optimise project schedules using industry-standard tools;
* Understanding of various forms of tender and contract documents, and specifications;
* Understanding of project management methodologies.
Experience:
* Demonstrated experience in successfully planning and managing projects from initiation to completion using planning software like P6/Asta;
* Previous experience in managing relationships with project stakeholders, demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills;
* Experience in construction or other sectors with transferable skills that align with the demands of the construction field.
Why work for us
Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.
Some of our key benefits are:
* An attractive/negotiated salary;
* Company car;
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
* Pension savings schemes;
* Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
* Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
* Discretionary annual salary reviews.
About us
Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering is one of the UK's leading specialist geo‑technical contractors, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors.
Our comprehensive ground engineering capabilities, equipment and experience provide the solid foundations for infrastructure and buildings of any height, ranging from city skyscrapers to cross‑country rail and road projects.
Our reputation as one of the UK's leading specialist geo‑technical contractors is earned through the delivery of ground engineering solutions on some of the UK's largest and most prestigious projects including HS2, The Shard, Wembley Stadium, Reading Station Viaduct, Marble Arch Place, Battersea Power Station redevelopment and the A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement project.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/
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