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Volkerwessels Uk

Senior Planner

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Volkerwessels Uk
Leading multidisciplinary contractor delivering engineering & construction solutions across UK sectors.
Senior Planner responsible for implementing project planning requirements and maintaining the contract program in accordance with VolkerStevin Planning Standards. Involves producing and managing tender and contract programs, and collaborating with the project team and supply chain.
19d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Plymouth, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Rail
Highways
Aviation
Ports
Defence
Energy
Water
Role
What you would be doing
programme management
planning deliverables
third-party interface
programme updates
plan reconcile
construction outputs
  • Generation of time risk quantum and strategy for delivery stage for approval by the Planning Manager/Bid Manager
  • Ensuring that the Contract Programme is produced, managed and maintained in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards
  • Producing and documenting the planning deliverables including tender planning worksheet, presentations, reports and drive the planning philosophy/strategy
  • Interfacing with third parties to identify and resolve issues
  • The issue and communication of the Contract Programme to the Project Lead for onward issue to Client and Project Team
  • Reconciling VolkerStevin and sub-contract plant/labour and major material elements with the Estimator
  • Meets deadlines through effective time management
  • Identifying planning scope, programme constraints and contract requirements
  • Produce the Tender Programme and supporting information in accordance with the tender requirements
  • Identifying major quantities and factors that may affect the programme
  • Effectively communicates the planning and programme elements at the tender handover meeting
  • Maintaining the planning deliverables in the timeframe agreed with the Project Team. These include monthly contract programme updates, monthly programme reporting and submission documentation
  • Establishing and agreeing construction outputs, project calendars and working hours with operational support and Estimator
  • Ensuring that the programme content is functionally compliant with the planning procedures and guidance
  • Actively value engineering alternatives and identify risks/opportunities
  • Develop key methods of construction, sequencing, installation and commissioning works and agree with operational support and the Bid Team
  • Drive delivery of the programme and demonstrate productivity improvements
  • Apply resource levelling techniques during programme production for labour, plant and materials
What you bring
contract expert
construction methods
planning practices
planning tools
degree/hnd
digital planning
  • Commercial and contact knowledge through different forms of contract – seen as the time and change experts in their sector
  • Construction Knowledge – Have a broad knowledge of various construction methods and techniques
  • Detailed knowledge of planning practices through different sectors – focusing on the benefits of different approaches
  • Expert knowledge and experience of planning tools that are used in the industry
  • A Degree or HND in a relevant subject is desirable, as is Professional membership of one or more of the following: RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE.
  • Digital Planning – Proficient user of planning software and reports
  • Commercial Knowledge – Have practical experience of various contract and programme/planning requirements within contract
Benefits
  • Option to buy additional annual leave
  • 24/7 Virtual GP service
  • Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
  • Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
  • Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
  • Employee Assistance programme
  • Competitive salary
  • Mental health, physical health, and financial support
  • Private medical care
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
  • Life Assurance
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all
Company
Overview
€5 billion parent
European backing
Backed by the €5 billion European parent company, providing substantial financial support for ambitious infrastructure projects.
£700M turnover
Annual revenue
Achieves a £700 million annual turnover, reflecting its significant role in the UK infrastructure sector.
  • Operates through five units—VolkerFitzpatrick, VolkerRail, VolkerStevin, VolkerHighways and VolkerLaser—each with deep specialist roots.
  • Frontline in complex infrastructure: building airports, rail networks, highways, marine works and major civil projects.
  • Typical projects range from rail signalling upgrades and highway bridges to port development and flood protection schemes.
  • Known for weaving niche skills—like slipform paving, steel foundations, waterproofing and land reclamation—into integrated delivery.
  • Headquartered in Hoddesdon, its teams juggle ~250 active sites countrywide, forging engineering solutions at scale.
  • A standout: VolkerLaser delivers specialist structural repair and waterproofing, a rare niche in UK infrastructure.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity: We are open and honest; our business is ethically and morally strong and each of us is accountable.
  • Passion: We are committed in heart and mind and enjoy what we do.
  • Innovation: We strive to be ahead of the game by continually improving the way we do things for ourselves and our clients.
  • Collaboration: We collaborate in all aspects of our business, we work as a team to take advantage of our collective genius so that we succeed together.
  • Winning: We never settle for second best; we always deliver high quality work and we strive to exceed expectation.
Environment + Sustainability
2035 Net Zero
Emissions Target
Targeting Net Zero for Scope 1, 2, and controllable Scope 3 emissions by 2035, with full Net Zero across all emissions by 2050.
84% Electric Fleet
Sustainable Transportation
84% of the company car fleet is electric or hybrid, reducing carbon footprint significantly.
197 Tonnes Recycled
CO₂ Savings Through Recycling
Recycling 197 tonnes of site wood in 2023, leading to a saving of 99 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
70% CO₂ Reduction
Emissions Goal
Aiming to reduce CO₂ emissions by 70% by 2030 compared to the 2019 baseline through various initiatives.
  • Signatory to the Science Based Targets Initiative 'Business Ambition to 1.5°C'.
  • Aiming for zero-waste construction sites; using circular economy principles to minimise waste.
  • Committed to 10% year-on-year carbon offsetting from 2025, full offset by 2035.
  • Operating under externally verified Planet Mark certification.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Three key EDI objectives delivered via eight focus groups covering leadership, recruitment, governance, supply‑chain and stakeholder engagement.
  • Operational engagement tailored to drive inclusive behaviours and awareness.
  • EDI education and coaching for all levels; EDI Champions as peer support and advocates.
  • Recruitment & retention focus on attracting diverse talent and ensuring equal opportunities.
  • Governance via policies, leadership accountability and strategic oversight.
  • Suppliers engaged to align on EDI values and collaborate on diversity progress.
  • Stakeholder and community engagement embed EDI within wider People‑Planet‑Purpose framework.
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