Planner

Description

• Prepare planning reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing delay analysis using recognised industry techniques (e.g., time-impact analysis, as-planned vs as-built).
• Identify deviations from the baseline and provide mitigation strategies.
• Assess programme risks, impacts, and opportunities.
• Produce baseline schedules, logic diagrams, work breakdown structures (WBS), and progress measurement systems.
• Ensure programmes fully reflect scope, methodology, sequencing, resources, and project constraints.
• Contribute to tender planning activities, including developing bid programmes and method statements.
• Develop, update, and maintain detailed project programmes using industry-standard planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, ASTA Powerproject).
• Work closely with project teams to understand construction methods, constraints, and site activities.
• Communicate programme requirements and updates clearly to project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Maintain change logs and support the assessment of delays, variations, and claims.
• Support monthly reporting cycles, including earned value analysis (EVA) and forecasting.
• Track project progress through regular updates, analysis, and reporting.
• Participate in progress meetings, design reviews, and risk workshops.

Requirements

We Build Recruitment are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Planner on behalf of our client to support the successful delivery of civil engineering projects by developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedules. The ideal candidate will work closely with project managers, engineers, commercial teams, and site personnel to ensure all planning activities are aligned with project objectives, contractual requirements, and industry standards.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in planning software (Primavera P6 preferred).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of earned value management (EVM).
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, methodologies, and engineering principles.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience with NEC or JCT contracts.
• Membership of a relevant institute (e.g., APM, ICE, CIOB) or working towards it.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Previous involvement in tender planning and bid preparation.
• Proven experience as a Planner on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance