Graduate Planner

Overview

Assist and develop project programmes, monitor schedules, and support planning for infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• stakeholder liaison
• programme planning
• risk analysis
• dashboard reporting
• schedule monitoring

Tasks

As a Graduate Planner, you’ll rotate across key areas to develop your skills and gain the experience you need to progress towards professional accreditation. -Build strong working relationships with project managers, site teams and clients -Assist in the preparation of project programmes at tender and delivery stage -Analyse risks, delays and opportunities to support informed project decisions -Help produce clear programme reports and dashboards for clients and teams -Monitor and update live project schedules to track progress against baseline plans

Requirements

• primavera p6
• 2:1 degree
• driving licence
• problem solving
• communication
• construction sequencing

What You Bring

This role will be based in the Reading region, where you’ll work within our Infrastructure and Thames Water team. Flexibility to travel across sites in the region will be required as part of your development. -Learn how to sequence construction activities and identify the resources needed -Good written and verbal communication, able to engage with a wide range of people -A full UK driving licence (or working towards by the time you start) -Previous placement or site experience (desirable but not essential) -A degree (or expected in 2026) in Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline (2:1 or above) -Gain experience in digital planning tools such as Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject or similar -Professional accreditation support (e.g. Chartered Institute of Building) -Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a logical approach

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Benefits

This isn’t just about creating programmes – it’s about impact. You’ll be supported to develop the technical, analytical and people skills to become a trusted professional. With mentoring, structured training and support towards professional accreditation (e.g. CIOB), you’ll be on a clear pathway to becoming a Chartered Planner. -Opportunities to work on diverse and meaningful projects across the UK -Performance Related Pay (PRP) -Competitive salary -Dental Insurance -Travel insurance -Car Allowance -Stage 4 – Offers: -Cycle to work scheme -Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as: -Perks at Work employee discount scheme offering discounts and savings portal for hundreds of retailers, cafés, restaurants, cinemas, travel, payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions and a range of other benefits -Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner) -Two days volunteering opportunities per year -Private medical insurance and 24/7 access to health and wellbeing experts via our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) -26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday) -Company pension scheme matched up to 8% -A structured two-year graduate development programme aligned to professional membership -Mentoring and support from experienced counsellors and supervisors

About Tilbury Douglas

-The business has evolved from river cargo handling to civil engineering and infrastructure projects, showcasing its versatility and adaptability over nearly 140 years. -Its services span critical public-sector projects, including schools, hospitals, prisons, highways, water treatment facilities, and defense infrastructure. -The Paragon division specializes in fast-track Cat A/B fit-out services in live and heritage buildings, demonstrating expertise in quick, specialized projects. -Notable projects include the rapid construction of the NHS Nightingale hospital in just nine days, proton beam therapy units, emergency care campuses, and major leisure centers. -The company combines in-house mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering with infrastructure delivery, providing integrated project management capabilities.

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Interview Process

-stage 1 – online applications: apply up until 28 november 2025. -stage 2 – shortlisting: applications reviewed in december 2025; successful candidates invited to interview. -stage 3 – interviews: conducted during the week commencing 5 january 2026, with preparation details provided. -stage 4 – offers: offers made in february 2026.