United Infrastructure’s Social infrastructure arm revitalises homes and communities through regeneration and maintenance, ensuring safety and compliance for public‑sector clients.
Job Description
We are seeking a Programme Planner to work on a hybrid 65:35 bid‑to‑operations split, based in the Swanley/Dartford area with occasional site travel.
* Build detailed pre‑construction and construction programmes aligned to tender stage requirements.
* Manage and maintain programmes, ensuring delivery of key milestones.
* Submit regular programme updates to Operations and Commercial managers.
* Assess and report on risks and delays, incorporating them into the project schedule.
* Liaise with on‑site operations teams to understand resource profiles and productivity assumptions.
* Identify and manage the critical path, mitigating slippage with the wider team.
* Collaborate with quantity surveyors and commercial teams for commercial forecasting alignment.
* Own, update and drive resolution of Risk & Issue logs.
* Conduct programme review sessions with internal and external stakeholders.
* Identify and implement efficiencies and improvements in internal and external processes.
* Ensure programme submissions comply with contractual guidelines.
* Build strong client relationships and represent the company brand professionally.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Programme Planner in construction.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
* Strong data interrogation and analytical skills.
* Excellent understanding of project‑management and risk‑management principles.
* Experience with bid/tendering processes.
* Leadership experience and stakeholder influence.
* Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or Project Management (preferred).
* Solid knowledge of construction industry practices and terminology.
* Exceptional organisational and time‑management skills.
* Strong problem‑solving and negotiation abilities.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
* Self‑motivated with a proactive work approach.
* Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to regional sites.
* Adaptability to learn and use various client tools and reporting systems.
Benefits
* Bike‑to‑work scheme
* Company pension
* Life insurance
* Private medical insurance
* Wellness programmes
Additional Information
* Must be highly computer literate, especially with Microsoft Office and large data sets.
* Full‑time permanent role, 8 am – 5 pm, Monday to Friday, based in the South of England.
* Opportunity to work closely with other departments for a broad understanding of the company and industry.
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