Assistant Planner
Knights Brown
Support senior planner with construction programme development, monitoring and reporting.
21 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
234 Employees
Service Specialisms
Coasts & Ports
Energy
Water Utilities
Infrastructure
Buildings
Airports
Defence
Public Realm
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Buildings
Energy
Water Utilities
Coasts and Ports (Marine)
Industrial
Public Realm
Education
Role
What you would be doing
tender planning
compensation review
site monitoring
progress dashboards
nec scheduling
short-term planning
- Assisting in the development of tender programmes and supporting the preconstruction team with competitive tender submissions.
- Assisting in the review of compensation events and variations, collecting evidence and programme information to support contractual submissions.
- Helping to monitor site progress, gather data, and produce programmes and reports to support monthly reporting and client updates.
- Helping to prepare and maintain project progress dashboards, reports, and programme outputs for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Supporting the commercial and project teams with programme-related information to support cost and resource planning.
- Assisting with the production and maintenance of NEC3/NEC4 programmes for submission and acceptance, and updating them in line with contract requirements.
- Supporting the Planner/Senior Planner in developing and managing construction programmes that are realistic, contractually compliant, and reflect how work actually happens on site.
- Supporting site teams with short term planning on site.
- Learning from and supporting the Planner/Senior Planner and wider planning team in maintaining best practices, consistency, and continuous improvement.
What you bring
asta powerproject
engineering qualification
civil engineering
construction planning
analytical
problem solving
- Willingness to learn and develop a career within planning.
- Some familiarity with Asta Powerproject or other planning software is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.
- Good analytical and organisational abilities, with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within project teams.
- A relevant qualification (or working towards) in engineering, construction management, or project management, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience or exposure to civil engineering or infrastructure projects would be advantageous.
- A keen interest in construction project planning, with some understanding of how projects are delivered on site.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1953
Company Origin
The company was established in the New Forest, laying the foundation for its legacy in major infrastructure projects.
2012 Olympics
Key Project Achievement
Played a critical role in enabling the Olympic sailing events through the construction of Portland breakwater.
£101m Turnover
Financial Performance
Current annual turnover reflecting its significant contribution to the construction and engineering sectors.
£2m Investment
Recent Investments
Significant capital expenditure on plant, vehicles, and facility expansion, supporting growth and innovation.
- Built major trunk roads including the M25 and M1 improvements before formally establishing its construction arm.
- Operates from Ringwood, Bridgend, and Rochester offices, with its energy division executing projects UK-wide and into Ireland.
- Typical projects include coastal engineering, flood defences, public realm highways, water utility frameworks, and civil building works.
- Its fleet of directly-employed specialists handles bespoke challenges in river, marine, security-cleared, industrial, and educational environments.
- Foster Team Spirit – We are stronger together.
- Inspire Confidence And Admiration – We build respect through trust.
- Face Challenges With Enthusiasm – We are adventurous, encouraging, creative and open-minded.
- Build Open & Honest Relationships – We listen to what others have to say.
- Add Value Through Simplicity – We are straightforward and uncomplicated.
- Take Pride In Success – We challenge the way we work to find a better way.
38% Emission Reduction
2023/24 Emissions Drop
Achieved a 38% reduction in emissions compared to the 2020 baseline during the 2023/24 period.
42% GHG Reduction Target
Science-Based Target by 2030
Aims to reduce scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% from 2020 levels by 2030, aligned with the Science-Based Targets Initiative.
388 Solar Panels
Portsmouth Manufacturing Facility
Installed 388 solar panels at the new Portsmouth facility, generating 244,000 kWh annually and reducing carbon emissions by approximately 32 tCOâ‚‚ per year.
244,000 kWh Annual Generation
Renewable Energy Output
The solar panels at the Portsmouth facility generate 244,000 kWh of renewable energy annually.
- Science-Based Targets Initiative: reduce scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from 2020 baseline, plus measure & reduce scope 3.
- Published first climate action strategy in April 2021 (Goal 13) to respond to climate & nature emergency.
- Net-zero transition target: significantly reduce carbon emissions by 2030; compensating residual emissions through high-impact climate & nature actions.
- Voluntary annual PPN 06/21 carbon reduction plan published.
- Established first benchmark and reporting of scope 3 emissions (employee commuting) in 2023/24.
- Launched anti-idling campaign, efficiency training, low-carbon generators, renewable power, EV fleet + EV salary-sacrifice scheme, EV charge points.
- Research partnership at Cardiff University to develop low-impact concrete using industrial waste and COâ‚‚ sequestration.
- Appointed CO2nstructZero business champion; CZ Young Ambassador supporting net-zero journey.
- EV charging + high bike-parking ratio at new Portsmouth manufacturing facility.
4.1/5
Glassdoor D&I Rating
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