Caddick Construction Limited
Assistant Planner - North East
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Summary
Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an Assistant Planner to join our team due to a number of exciting new projects in the North East.
At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team.
What You’ll Do
Support the development, maintenance, and monitoring of construction programmes across pre‑construction and live projects. Assist in producing logic‑linked and integrated programmes covering design, procurement, approvals, and construction activities. Gather and analyse project progress data, contributing to accurate planned vs actual tracking. Support logistics planning, sequencing, and collaborative planning sessions with project teams. Assist with programme controls, documentation, compliance checks, and planning audits. Help identify planning‑related risks, opportunities, and buildability considerations. Contribute to planning reports, dashboards, and inputs for monthly project reviews. Work closely with Pre‑Construction, Commercial, Design Management, and Operations teams to ensure integrated planning information. Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Construction and lessons learned. Help maintain databases such as outputs, methodologies, and programme norms.
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What We’re Looking For
Skills and Experience
Basic understanding of construction processes, buildability, or site operations (from education, placement, or early experience). Awareness of construction planning principles such as logic linking, critical path, and programme structure. Competent in MS Office tools, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Interest in digital construction, BIM, or 4D visualisation is advantageous. Any previous exposure to project controls, design coordination, or pre‑construction activities is beneficial.
Personal Attributes
Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset with a genuine desire to learn. Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal. Highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks with guidance. Adaptable, flexible, and positive in fast‑paced environments. Collaborative team player who can also take initiative when working independently. Motivated by continuous improvement and delivering quality outcomes.
Why Join Caddick Group?
Competitive Compensation And Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.
Career Growth:
As part of a growing organization, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.
A People-Centred Approach:
We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.
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Disability Confident Employer
Caddick Construction is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities and an inclusive recruitment process for all.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status.
Caddick Group Benefits
Health and Wellbeing:
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions.
Birthday Day Off:
A discretionary day off to celebrate your birthday.
Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme:
Purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
Caddick Hub:
Exclusive discounts on groceries, holidays, technology and entertainment.
Enhanced Family Friendly Leave:
Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave.
Ride To Work Scheme:
Tax and NI savings of up to 47% on cycles and accessories.
Pension:
5% employer pension contribution.
Continuous Professional Development:
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Private Healthcare & Medicash:
Private healthcare scheme (benefit in kind).
Life Assurance:
Death-in-service cover of up to 4x salary, valid up to age 70.
Life Assurance:
Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance providing death-in-service cover of up to 4x your salary, valid up to age 70.
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