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Overview
John Sisk & Son are looking for a Planner to join their UK Infrastructure Business Unit to lead the planning team with the planning and programming of the design, procurement, and construction activities associated with projects in a geographical area. The role involves regularly reviewing the programme and planning management in both preconstruction and construction phases, and developing reports to feedback on progress and performance to the Regional Director.
John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty, and value to our clients while being at the heart of change.
Responsibilities
* Support project directors and the director in charge in assessing programme risk during prequalification – bid or no bid.
* Review the development of the baseline contract programme, covering design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
* Oversee the preparation of a construction (target) programme, highlighting areas for improvement against the contract programme.
* Lead the regional planning team to ensure all programmes, phasing, and work undertaken are in a consistent format.
* Support the director in charge in implementing business improvement measures with planning and project controls.
* Report weekly/monthly to the Regional Director(s) on the current programme status across all projects, and review programmes, outputs, and phasing regularly.
* Validate tender event programmes for subcontractor procurement, including design release and lead-in activities.
* Coordinate the development of 4D graphical models or 2D phasing plans as required.
* Oversee construction methodology to demonstrate techniques and sequencing for successful project delivery.
* Review project prelim books, including staff resource, logistics, and temporary works requirements.
* Engage with the supply chain to review project programmes concerning design, lead-ins, construction periods, plant, and labour needs.
* Review risks and opportunities for each programme, highlighting potential mitigation measures, float, and time risk allowances.
Experience
* 3-5 years experience in a Planner role.
Qualifications
* Relevant Degree or diploma.
* Advanced training in construction project management software, progress analysis, s-curve reporting, and managing costs/resources.
* Primavera P6 training and managing people training.
* Advanced BIM training and understanding of the common data environment.
Additional Information
* Competitive salary with annual increases.
* Company car or allowance.
* 26 days holiday, with option to purchase 5 more.
* Employer pension scheme.
* Travel expenses covered.
* Flexible and remote working options.
* Enhanced parental leave.
* Opportunities for professional and educational development.
Our people are at the heart of our success. We offer work with purpose, work-life balance, career growth, and a great team environment.
Note: Our internal recruitment team handles all vacancies. Unsolicited contact by agencies sharing CVs will not be accepted, and no fees apply for introductions.
The full job specification is available on request. We are committed to diversity and encourage candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to apply, emphasizing transferable skills and potential beyond just technical expertise.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Construction
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