Planner

My client is seeking an experienced and proactive Planner to join their team, working across a portfolio of complex data centre and industrial construction projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning and programming of projects from initial tender and pre-construction stages through to contract delivery and completion. You will be responsible for developing robust construction programmes, methodologies and phasing strategies, working closely with bid teams, design teams and operational delivery teams to ensure projects are planned effectively and delivered in line with agreed objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Planner with experience in large-scale, technically complex construction projects, particularly within the data centre, industrial, manufacturing or logistics sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide planning and programming input into prequalification submissions and tender bids, including the development of construction methodologies and delivery strategies.
• Prepare detailed tender programmes, method statements, phasing drawings and supporting planning documentation.
• Work closely with bid managers, estimators, designers, operational teams, temporary works departments and specialist subcontractors to develop comprehensive construction proposals.
• Develop and present construction programmes and methodologies as part of client tender interviews and presentations.
• Prepare presentation materials using PowerPoint, SketchUp, Paint or similar software to clearly communicate proposed construction methodologies and sequencing.
• Develop project programmes covering construction activities, design deliverables, procurement schedules, logistics and key project milestones.
• Work closely with site teams to develop detailed construction programmes and ensure they reflect the agreed delivery strategy.
• Provide ongoing planning support to operational teams, reviewing progress, updating programmes and reporting on project performance.
• Monitor programme performance, identify potential delays and highlight critical path activities, risks and opportunities.
• Carry out programme risk analysis and benchmarking using previous project experience to support realistic and achievable project programmes.
• Assist with the coordination and integration of design, procurement and construction programmes.
• Support the implementation and understanding of Business Continuity Planning, ensuring relevant team members are aware of their roles and responsibilities.
• Where required, provide supervision and direction to planning technicians or operational staff.