Senior Planner – Major New Build Project | Tier 1 Contractor
Location: Exteter
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Are you looking to take the next step in your planning career with a forward-thinking Tier 1 contractor? We are delivering a landmark new-build project and are seeking a talented Planner to join our high-performing team. You’ll be supported by a Regional Planner, work alongside an experienced project planner, and partner closely with the Project Director to drive effective, efficient project delivery.
This is an opportunity to work on a major scheme with genuine influence, career development, and exposure to cutting-edge planning tools and methodologies.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the project is planned, sequenced, and delivered successfully. Your responsibilities will include:
Programme Planning & Controls
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Preparing design, procurement and construction programmes using Elecosoft Powerproject for pre-qualifications, tenders and live projects.
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Selecting appropriate planning techniques and construction sequences for each phase.
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Analysing the site and local environment to determine logistics strategies and resource requirements.
Digital & Visual Planning
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Using specialist planning software, including Synchro or similar platforms.
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Preparing logistics plans and phasing layouts using PowerPoint; 3D modelling experience is advantageous but not essential.
Methodology & Resourcing
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Writing method statements and developing detailed working programmes.
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Scheduling labour and determining major plant and access equipment including scaffold schedules, tower crane utilisation and temporary works.
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Agreeing subcontractor trade programmes and ensuring alignment with the master schedule.
Project Monitoring & Reporting
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Monitoring progress throughout pre-construction and construction stages, comparing actual performance to the planned programme.
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Reporting findings, forecasting outcomes, and recommending recovery solutions when required.
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Recording key events for entitlement claims and creating graphical outputs to represent impacts and progress.
Team Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
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Working collaboratively with project teams, adjusting plans as needed.
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Providing planning advice on methodologies, systems of work and sequencing.
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Preparing project feedback reports and helping develop company planning processes and procedures.
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Coordinating trade contractors' programmes on site.
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Supporting and mentoring junior planners and helping raise planning awareness across site teams.
What We’re Looking For
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Experience in project planning within construction (main contractor experience ideal).
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Strong capability with Powerproject; experience with Synchro is beneficial.
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Ability to communicate clearly and present confidently at client interviews.
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A proactive mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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A collaborative team player who enjoys working closely with operations and site teams.
Why Join Us?
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Work on a major flagship project with a Tier 1 contractor.
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Be part of a progressive team that values innovation, digital construction and continuous improvement.
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Excellent support, mentorship and career development opportunities.
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Opportunity to influence delivery on a complex, high-profile scheme