Location: Leicester
Salary: up to £85,000 + package
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Intermediate Planning Engineer to join a leading UK main contractor on a major £300m new build project in Leicester.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction Planner with 3+ years of experience to join an established project team and play an important role in the successful delivery of a significant construction project.
Working alongside an experienced planning and project delivery team, you will gain exposure to a major development, supporting the management of construction programmes, monitoring progress and helping ensure the project is delivered in line with key milestones.
The contractor is looking for a hands-on planning professional with strong site experience, a good understanding of construction processes and the ability to work collaboratively with operational teams.
The Role
As Intermediate Planning Engineer, you will support the planning function throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with the senior planning team and site management to develop, monitor and maintain the construction programme.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assisting with the development and maintenance of detailed construction programmes.
Working closely with the site team to monitor progress against the agreed programme.
Producing regular programme updates, progress reports and planning information.
Supporting the identification of critical path activities, programme risks and potential delays.
Liaising with construction, design, procurement and commercial teams to ensure programme integration.
Developing a clear understanding of construction sequencing, methodologies and site logistics.
Participating in site progress meetings and programme reviews.
Maintaining accurate programme information and ensuring updates reflect actual site progress.About You
We are looking for a motivated Construction Planner with at least 3 years' planning experience, ideally gained working for a UK main contractor on building or new build construction projects.
You will have excellent site-based experience and a practical understanding of how construction projects are planned and delivered. You will be comfortable engaging with site teams, understanding construction methodologies and translating progress on site into meaningful programme updates.
This role would suit an ambitious Intermediate Planning Engineer looking to develop their skills and progress their career while working on a major project alongside an experienced team.
3+ years' experience in construction planning.
Experience gained within a UK main contracting environment.
Strong site-based construction experience.
Good understanding of construction processes, methodologies and sequencing.
Experience supporting the development and updating of construction programmes.What's on Offer
Starting salary c£70-85,000 per annum
Annual car allowance £6,000
Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, Private Medical.
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Plus other great benefitsIf you are looking for a new career challenge in planning and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV or call Matt Lilburn on (phone number removed) for further information quoting reference 75182.
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Salary description
£70000.00 - £85000.00 per year