Construction Programmer – Residential & Heritage Projects (Stansted / South East)
Salary: £35,000 + £4,500 car/travel allowance + bonus + full benefits
Location: Stansted (base) with regular travel to live sites across London and the South East; occasional overnight stays fully expensed
We are seeking a dynamic Construction Programmer to join a respected residential developer specialising in heritage refurbishments, high-end conversions, and bespoke new builds. This role is based at the company's Head Office near Stansted but requires regular site visits to ensure programmes are being met. The ideal candidate would be able to start before Christmas.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to gain hands-on experience, travel to multiple live sites, and develop their career in construction planning.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain comprehensive project programmes from pre-construction through to completion and sales using approved templates and software.
* Monitor construction progress across sites and ensure programmes are being adhered to.
* Conduct build progress audits and report on programme slippage, risks, and recovery plans.
* Work closely with project managers and site teams to ensure design, restoration, and construction requirements are aligned.
* Produce accurate monthly reports and collate data to support cost planning.
* Support continual improvement in programme management processes and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
* Travel regularly to live sites across the UK (overnight stays as required, fully expensed).
About You:
* Experience in construction planning/programming for multi-site operations within residential, heritage, or high-end construction.
* Knowledge of new build, conversions, and listed building works; experience in refurbishment and conversion projects preferred.
* Proficient in Asta Powerproject, MS Project, or similar, with strong IT literacy.
* Excellent analytical, organisational, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
* Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
* Enthusiastic, resourceful, proactive, and keen to develop a career in construction programming.
* Flexible and willing to travel to sites regularly, including occasional overnight stays.
Package Includes:
* £35,000 basic salary (can go higher for the right candidate)
* £4,500 car/travel allowance plus business mileage at 36p per mile
* Bonus scheme – 5% of salary based on profit and performance (post probation)
* 33 days annual leave including Bank Holidays (up to 5 days over Christmas shutdown)
* Private medical scheme (post-probation, employer premium up to £1,615 p.a.)
* Pension scheme (Royal London – up to 7% matched contributions via salary sacrifice)
* Death in Service – 3x salary from start date
* Share Incentive Plan (SIP) – available post-probation (HMRC regulated)
* CSOP Share Scheme – discretionary, typically after 3 years' service
* Career development support, including potential reimbursement of university fees (subject to agreement and training contract)
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, ambitious Construction Programmer looking to gain experience across high-quality residential and heritage projects, with a strong focus on career progression and hands-on learning.
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