Assistant Planner – Landmark & Heritage Division (Contract Role)
Location: Central London
Contract Duration: Until late March/early April 2027
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Who Is Walter Lilly?
Walter Lilly is a premier provider of construction services for iconic landmarks and heritage buildings, and state-of-the-art science and higher education facilities across London and the Home Counties.
Boasting an impressive track record of unique projects developed over the last century, we work with industry-leading architects, engineers, interior designers, and highly skilled tradespeople on a portfolio ranging from the UK’s most recognisable listed attractions to cutting-edge contemporary structures.
We now seek an experienced Project Planner to join us on a full-time basis for a contract until late March/early April 2027.
Why Join Us?
This is the ideal role for a qualified project planner with Asta Powerproject expertise to progress and develop their career with our exceptional organisation that leads the way in construction.
You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive team, working on a prestigious heritage project within a division known for excellence in landmark construction, so you can rest assured that this contract will place you at the forefront of the sector, undertaking exceptional work.
The Culture
At Walter Lilly, we work with each other and our clients in the spirit of collaboration. We recognise the expertise of those who have been with us for many years whilst investing in the next generation of rising industry stars, combining invaluable experience with fresh, innovative thinking.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to reach their full potential. We strive to create a culture where employees can bring themselves to work in line with our core values of integrity, honesty, and fairness.
The Role
As a Project Planner, you will join our Landmark and Heritage Division, working on a prestigious construction project that will contribute to the legacy of our built environment.
Specifically, you will develop and manage detailed project schedules using Asta Powerproject, ensuring alignment with timelines and deliverables by collaborating with project teams.
Monitoring project progress, you will provide regular updates to stakeholders, identify risks and propose mitigation strategies, and support reporting and planning activities throughout the project lifecycle.
About You
To be successful in your application, you should, as a minimum, have:
- At least seven years’ experience in project planning within the construction industry
- Proficiency in Asta Powerproject
- Relevant planning and construction qualifications
- A strong understanding of construction methodologies and the project lifecycle
- Experience working on heritage or landmark building projects is highly desirable
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Other organisations may call this role Construction Project Planner, Project Planning Engineer, Construction Scheduler, Planning Engineer, Project Controls Engineer, Construction Planning Manager, or Site Planning Engineer.
How to Apply
If you have the skills and experience required for this role, and are interested in working within a collaborative team on an outstanding project, please apply via the button shown!
Your application will be processed by Walter Lilly, and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as suitable candidates apply. We therefore encourage you to submit ASAP to avoid missing out.