Construction Planner

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Construction Planner

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref:

Location: Cambridge

Salary: c 60k- 80k basic (Dependent on previous planning experience) plus competitive package inc car or allowance, healthcare, bonus, pension etc.

Company & Project:

A leading Tier 1 Main Contractor operating in the Commercial, Education, Life Sciences and Major Mixed-Use sectors across Cambridgeshire and surrounding counties.

The business is looking to recruit a new Planner to join their established Planning team, working across complex site programming and major bid tender planning.

The successful individual will be working closely with the pre-construction team and senior project leads on high-value schemes. The executive leadership team is well respected, long-standing, and noted for driving industry innovation while prioritising collaborative culture and work-life balance for all employees.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will take responsibility for tender and pre-construction planning.

Liaising closely with operational teams managing progress control, strategic scheduling, and 4D programming, while engaging directly with high-profile clients, trade contractors, and stakeholders.

This candidate should have good knowledge and experience in using ASTA Powerproject.

Desirable Experience:

Demonstrable experience with a Tier 1 or major Tier 2 Main Contractor in Planning.

Good working knowledge of ASTA Powerproject

Previous experience working on large-scale New Build commercial, education or science schemes ( 20m+) would be highly advantageous for this position.

Previous Roles: Assistant Planning Manager OR Senior Planner OR Project Planner OR Tender Planner OR Lead Planner OR Site Planner.

Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Quantity Surveying (or equivalent relevant qualification/experience).

ASTA Powerproject software expertise.

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Planner position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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