Planner

Our client is looking for a Planner to join their Infrastructure Business Unit to lead the planning management function for the group of companies. To set the standard for planning and project controls and regularly review the function in the preconstruction and construction phases.

To develop a consistent approach and produce regular reports to feedback on progress and performance to the group board.

Responsibilities
To support the project directors & director in charge in the assessment of the programme risk at prequalification stage - bid or no bid.
To review the development of the baseline contract programme, covering all aspects of design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
To oversee the preparation of a construction (target) programme highlighting areas of improvement against the contract programme.
To lead the regional planning team to make sure that all programmes, phasing and work undertaken is in a consistent format.
To support the director in charge in business improvement measures with planning and project controls.
To report back to the Regional Director/s on the current programme position on all projects on a weekly monthly basis. To regular review programmes, outputs and phasing with the Regional Directors
To validate the tender event programme for the procurement of subcontractors incorporating design release and lead in activities is correct and achievable.
To co-ordinate the development of 4D graphical models for the business, where required or 2D phasing plans.
To oversee construction methodology to effectively demonstrate the construction techniques and
sequencing in order to successfully deliver projects.
To review all project prelim books including, but not limited to, staff resource, logistics and
temporary works requirements.
To engage with the supply chain to review the project programme with regards to design, lead in’s, construction periods, plant & labour requirements.
To review risk and opportunities for every programme produced and highlight potential mitigation measures in the programme. Including float and time risk allowances..

Experience
Advanced construction project management software training - progress analysis & s-curve reporting. Managing costs & resources.
Advanced Primavera P6 Training Managing costs & resources.
Managing People Training
Relevant Degree or diploma
Qualifications in construction management
Certification for use of planning and programme software
Membership of relevant professional body, where applicable

Additional Info
Competitive salary
Company Car/Car allowance
26+ days annual leave
Excellent Benefits Package
And much more!
Advanced contract awareness - Understanding JCT and NEC forms of contract