Role: Assistant Planner
Location: London
Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 + Competitive Package
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Planner to join a reputable and growing main contractor delivering a range of high-profile projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional looking to further develop their career within a fast-paced construction environment, working on complex refurbishment, cut & carve, and commercial fit out projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, management, and monitoring of detailed construction programmes
- Produce and update project schedules using Asta Powerproject
- Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and commercial teams to track progress and identify potential programme risks
- Support the planning function across both tender and live projects
- Prepare short-term and long-term programmes, progress reports, and programme updates
- Attend project meetings and liaise with subcontractors and stakeholders to ensure programme objectives are achieved
- Analyse critical paths, sequencing, and construction methodologies to improve project delivery
- Assist in identifying delays, risks, and opportunities within the programme and propose mitigation strategies
- Support the successful coordination of logistics, procurement, and construction activities on site
- Ensure programmes are aligned with project milestones, client expectations, and operational requirements
Requirements
- Previous experience working for a Main Contractor is essential
- Strong working knowledge and practical experience using Asta
- Experience within construction planning, ideally on refurbishment and commercial projects
- Exposure to: Cut & Carve, CAT A & CAT B, Fit-Out Commercial refurbishment schemes
- would be highly advantageous
- Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and project delivery
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within project teams in a fast-paced environment
- Degree qualified or relevant construction qualification preferred
What’s on Offer
- Salary between £60,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
- Competitive benefits package
- Opportunity to work on prestigious London-based projects
- Career progression within a well-established and growing contractor
- Supportive and collaborative working environment