Job Description Planner Due to an increase in workload Willmott Dixon is looking to recruit a Planner to support our preconstruction team in the North West. Working 3 days in the Oldham office and 2 days from home. Reporting to the Preconstruction Manager, the main role of a Planner at Willmott Dixon is to deliver good quality programmes and associated work for tenders and projects during preconstruction. This role will support our construction projects throughout the North West and see you working on exciting projects valued between £10/£100m. Key Responsibilities Ensure thorough planning with a focus on commercial acumen and buildability Create a clear tender planning report for the bid team, highlighting essential project planning elements. Develop well-informed tender programs with input from supply chain partners Produce straightforward tender plans and programs that demonstrate robust planning. Play in active role in project presentations during procurement. Encourage innovation and value engineering during tender preparation. Provide clear program commentaries and planning method statements. Always prioritise a customer-first approach Essential and Desirable Criteria Ideally you will have onsite planning experience and be able to produce accurate programmes and logistics plans, using Asta Power Project Proven experience of accurate programming and sequencing from outputs An understanding of construction technology and methods including steel structures, concrete frames, timber frames etc. Be able to interpret drawings, specifications, and other construction information Have a good understanding of site requirements in respect of setting up, preliminaries and temporary works Additional Information In return for your hard work, we offer a competitive package that includes flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes an enhanced pension scheme, full private medical, life assurance and Incentive Bonus. At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Confident Scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon’s purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe’s 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
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