Senior Construction Planner

  • Hill & Hill Recruitment Ltd
  • Ipswich, Suffolk
  • 06/03/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

We are recruiting an experienced Senior Construction Planner to join a growing, family-run construction business operating across the UK. This role supports the pre-construction team in creating accurate and effective construction programmes for tender and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop tender programmes and construction sequences using first principles and tender drawings

  • Work with pre-construction teams to develop bidding strategies and methodologies

  • Produce clear programme and logistics drawings for tender submissions

  • Communicate effectively with site teams and senior management

  • Ensure all tender and project documentation is complete and accurate

  • Travel to sites as required to support project planning and logistics

  • Use Asta Power Project software to create and maintain programmes (training provided if required)

Required Skills & Experience

  • Strong understanding of construction build sequences, processes, and contract forms

  • Ability to construct programmes from first principles using tender drawings

  • Excellent organisation and time management skills, with ability to work to tight deadlines

  • Strong written and presentation skills

  • Experience with Asta Power Project software desirable (training provided if required)

  • Degree in Construction Management or related discipline preferred; candidates from site-based backgrounds will be considered

  • Right to work in the UK and a full driving licence

Why Apply

  • Competitive salary and benefits including car allowance, pension, and private healthcare

  • Opportunity to work for a growing, family-run construction business

  • Flexible and hybrid working options to support work-life balance

  • Training and support for career development in pre-construction planning

  • Access to internal First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme