Summary Caddick Construction is looking for an experienced Lead Planner (Regional) to join our Preconstruction and Operations team in the Midlands, based in Birmingham. You’ll take the lead on planning activity across a range of live and preconstruction projects within the region. This is a key role where you’ll support project teams, drive programme performance, and help shape strategic planning across multiple projects and frameworks. You'll bring a strong understanding of construction planning, leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate resources across a busy regional portfolio. What You’ll Do Lead Planner (Regional) – Birmingham (Midlands Region) Lead the planning strategy for live and preconstruction projects across the Midlands region. Develop and manage fully integrated, logic-linked programmes using Asta Powerproject, covering design, procurement, consents, and construction. Provide strategic input during tender stage and support bid submissions with robust programme solutions. Monitor and review live project progress, identifying risks, delays, and opportunities for improvement. Attend monthly contract reviews, providing critical path insight and programme analysis. Oversee the regional resource demand plan in collaboration with department leads and Talent Acquisition. Support project teams with logistics planning and collaborative planning workshops. Lead on programme compliance, ensuring audit standards and planning processes are consistently met. Maintain accurate benchmarking and construction output data to support reliable programming. Contribute to claims and delay analysis by providing robust cause and effect programme evidence. Promote Lean construction and best practice planning techniques across the region. Provide line management for regional planning team members, including training and development via PDRs. Represent planning in senior leadership, SHEQ, and operational meetings within the region. What We’re Looking For Skills and Experience Strong background in construction project planning, ideally with 10 years’ experience. Proven leadership within a regional or multi-project capacity. Skilled in developing detailed programmes at both preconstruction and delivery stages. Experience using Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6, MS Excel, and 4D BIM planning tools. Knowledge of construction methodologies across a range of sectors. Experience producing logistics plans and method statements. Strong understanding of risk and opportunity management within a planning context. Comfortable working across NEC, JCT and other standard forms of contract. Awareness of Lean construction principles and practical application. Personal Attributes Confident communicator and motivator with excellent stakeholder engagement skills. Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities. Able to work independently and manage a regional planning function. Client-focused and solutions-driven. Highly organised and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach. Flexible, collaborative and adaptable to fast-paced environments. Why Join Caddick Group? Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career. Career Growth: As part of a growing organisation, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression. A People-Centred Approach: We prioritise collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career. Equal Opportunity Employer: Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Caddick Group Benefits Health and Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our colleagues' health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support for you and your family on a wide range of issues. We also promote cancer awareness through PSA (Prostate-specific Antigen) testing and host breast cancer awareness sessions. Birthday Day Off: Enjoy a discretionary day off each year to celebrate your birthday! Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: You can purchase up to 5 extra days of holiday and spread the cost throughout the year. We believe it’s important to take time away from work for your wellbeing. Caddick Hub: Our exclusive colleague discount programme helps you save money on everything from groceries and holidays to new technology and cinema trips. Enhanced Family Friendly Leave: We offer enhanced parental, maternity and paternity leave to support you in balancing work and family life. Ride to work scheme: Take advantage of tax and national insurance savings of up to 47% and spread the cost of a new cycle and accessories over 12 months. Pension: Caddick Group contributes 5% to your pension to support your long-term financial wellbeing. Continuous Professional Development: We’re passionate about your growth. You’ll have access to learning and development opportunities to advance your skills and career. Private Healthcare & Medicash: We offer a private healthcare scheme (treated as a benefit in kind). Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance providing death-in-service cover of up to 4x your salary, valid up to age 70.