Our client, a prominent company in the water industry, is currently seeking a Planner to join their team on a permanent basis. This role involves providing construction planning, programming, prelims and methodology input for projects at various stages, from prequalification and tender to contract execution. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing accurate assessments of sequence, methodology, and time for construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing planning and programming input into prequalification and bids, including developing the construction methodology
* Preparing tender programmes, method statements, phasing drawings and other supporting information
* Liaising with bid managers, estimators, designers, temporary works department, and specialist subcontractors
* Preparing and presenting construction proposals using software such as PowerPoint, Sketch-Up, or Paint
* Supporting site teams in preparing detailed construction, design, and procurement programmes
* Reviewing progress, updating programmes, and reporting as necessary
* Supervising a technician or operational staff when required
* Supporting Business Continuity Planning by ensuring awareness and communication of the plans
Job Requirements
* Strong knowledge of building, civil engineering or general construction techniques and methodology
* Appropriate level of safety training and a CSCS card
* Ability to quickly absorb and assimilate project information and present clear solutions
* Capability to work independently and as part of a team
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* Understanding of design and procurement processes and awareness of contractual matters
* Experience with NEC compliant programmes and lean programming skills
* Ability to track and reschedule monthly reports
* Experience with project management software such as Power-project, Microsoft Project, Asta
* Membership of a professional body such as CIOB or ICE is encouraged
* Early Contract Involvement experience
* Innovative thinking and lateral problem-solving abilities
Benefits
* Car allowance
* 26 days annual leave (with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
* Private medical insurance (with the option to buy family cover)
* Life assurance
* Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave
* Volunteering opportunities
* Flexible and agile working (dependent on role)
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Professional membership fee coverage
* Employee discount schemes
* Flexible benefits scheme including options such as critical illness insurance, dental insurance, travel insurance, cycle to work scheme, and retail vouchers
If you are an experienced Planner looking to make a significant impact in the water industry, our client would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now to join a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to delivering vital infrastructure projects
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