Planner - Civils

My client in Liverpool is seeking a Civils planner to join their team. This role will involve creating, maintaining, and updating construction schedules and plans to ensure projects remain on time and within budget.

Salary is dependent on experience

This is a permanent, Full time position.

Core responsibilities include:

- Scheduling and Planning: Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules, ensuring all phases are executed efficiently and in the correct order.
- Resource and Budget Management: Allocate resources, manage the budget, and ensure the project stays on track financially.
- Coordination and Communication: Liaise with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and clients to discuss progress and address issues.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks, delays, and clashes early in the process and implement mitigation strategies.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor progress on-site, gather information on deviations, and produce regular reports for stakeholders and internal meetings.
- Problem-Solving: Address unforeseen issues, such as weather delays or supply shortages, to keep the project on track.
- Safety: Monitor the workforce to ensure strict adherence to safety regulations.
- Tender and Bid Support: Produce tender plans to support the bidding process for new projects.

Key skills and qualifications:

- Technical Skills: Proficiency with planning software and strong analytical skills.
- Education: A degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field is required.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for liaising with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational abilities to manage complex projects, budgets, and timelines.
- Professionalism: The ability to work professionally and discreetly with various groups, including senior management and community leaders.