4D Planner

Sisk Group

The Role

Overview

4D planning specialist for construction projects, supporting BIM and programme management.

Key Responsibilities

  • cde management
  • baseline programme
  • 4d modelling
  • risk identification
  • reporting
  • peer review

Tasks

-Ensure quality and consistency in all programme documents prepared under their responsibility. -Maintain and manage programme documentation within a Common Data Environment (CDE). -Provide input into change requests, advising on programme impacts and supporting timely approvals. -Undertake peer reviews of programmes to ensure quality, accuracy and consistency across projects. -Lead the development of baseline contract programmes, ensuring full logic links and a clear critical path. -Develop tender event programmes for subcontractor procurement, including design release and lead-in activities. -Produce validated output rates to track live project progress and feed lessons learned into future tenders. -Produce as-built programmes, highlighting deviations from the baseline. -Lead and coordinate planning and programme management activities in pre-construction and on-site phases. -Support the use of 4D across the business both technically and culturally -Management and development of Project information for use within the 4D Process -Identify programme risks and opportunities, incorporating mitigation strategies, float and time risk allowances. -Create 4D models and/or 2D phasing plans to illustrate build sequences, logistics and phasing strategies. -Report regularly to Regional Planners and project leadership on programme status, risks and progress. -Develop and monitor tracking schedules to validate subcontractor programmes. -Lead weekly and monthly reporting of programme status to project stakeholders. -Contribute to assessments of programme entitlements under relevant contracts (e.g., NEC, JCT) in collaboration with commercial and project teams. -Collaborate with project teams to develop construction methodologies that clearly demonstrate sequencing and safe delivery. -Support preparation of project preliminaries, including staff resource planning, logistics and temporary works. -Use 2D/4D phasing information to represent current programme status and progress. -Prepare construction target programmes that identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement. -Support and mentor assistant/graduate planners, carrying out performance and development reviews. -Benchmark programme durations using subcontractor input, previous project data and team consultation. -Engage with the supply chain to incorporate design deliverables, lead-in times, construction durations and resource requirements.

Requirements

  • asta powerproject
  • synchro
  • bim
  • degree
  • ciob
  • nec

What You Bring

-Strong IT skills, including digital planning and reporting tools. -Proven experience in planning within large-scale construction projects. -Strong understanding of UK and EU legal frameworks, particularly contract management. -Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience will also be considered. -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating across teams and with external stakeholders. -Training in contract awareness (e.g., NEC, JCT). -Core 4D Model Building for all project stages -Evidence of continuous professional development (e.g., CPD events, professional body engagement). -Experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues. -Proficiency in planning and programme software (e.g., Asta Powerproject). -Certification or advanced training in planning software (e.g., Asta Powerproject). -Ability to interpret complex project data, identify risks and propose solutions. -Experience producing or reviewing 2D/4D phasing models. -Presentation skills training and/or leadership training. -Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and contributing to project delivery. -Ability run regular team workshops and manage the development of the 4D Model -Experience using Synchro and 4D planning tools to full potential. -Knowledge of BIM processes and collaborative data environments (CDEs). -Membership (or eligibility for membership) of a professional body such as CIOB, ICE or APM. -Advanced training in Asta Powerproject (progress analysis, S-curve reporting, cost/resource management). -Training in Synchro, BIM and collaborative data platforms.

Benefits

-Unlimited learning and development opportunities -Competitive salary -Pension and benefits -26 days annual leave plus additional company days

The Company

About Sisk Group

-The family-run firm evolved from a Cork plasterer’s business into a global construction and engineering powerhouse. -Tackles complex, large‑scale projects ranging from stadiums and tunnels to state‑of‑the‑art data centres. -Portfolio includes iconic works like Aviva Stadium, Crossrail tunnels, and advanced pharma and technology facilities. -Operates across sectors such as healthcare, commercial, infrastructure, residential, and sports & leisure, offering full-cycle project delivery. -Navigates legacy challenges to deliver strong financial performance while remaining privately owned. -Rooted in Irish origins with a global presence stretching from Dublin to the Middle East. -Uses modern construction methods and digital tools to deliver technically advanced and iconic projects.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Industrial

Rail

Infrastructure

Buildings

Civil Engineering

Water Resources

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Energy

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government