Prime Phenix
Construction Planner
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About the Role
Minimum 5 years UK experience needed, London office/site based New Build Residential Developments experience with strong planning expertise, on-site experience, and a solid understanding of construction processes and project lifecycles. Highly organised to play a key role in developing, monitoring, and updating construction project schedules, ensuring timely and efficient project delivery.
Prime Phenix is a new build property development company operating primarily in London and South East England. Our focus is on creating exceptional residential developments that combine luxury functionality and innovative design. We prioritise quality at every stage of the development process and place strong emphasis on sustainability incorporating energy efficiency and minimising environmental impact.
Key Responsibilities
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Programme Development & Management
- Develop comprehensive project programmes from first principles using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Define key milestones, critical path activities, and task interdependencies.
- Ensure all programmes comply with contractual requirements and client expectations.
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Progress Monitoring & Updates
- Maintain up-to-date project programmes by working closely with technical, procurement, and construction teams.
- Conduct regular site visits to verify actual progress and identify potential schedule risks.
- Collect and input updates from subcontractors into the master project programme.
- Ensure subcontractor programmes are integrated seamlessly into the overall schedule.
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Subcontractor Coordination & Contractual Compliance
- Interact directly with subcontractors to obtain updates on their progress and revised programmes.
- Review subcontractor programmes for accuracy, feasibility, and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Enforce contractual programme requirements, ensuring subcontractors meet agreed timelines and sequencing.
- Provide feedback and guidance to subcontractors on schedule improvements and recovery measures.
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Risk & Delay Management
- Identify and escalate delays, blockers, and unplanned activities that could affect project delivery.
- Work with relevant teams and subcontractors to develop recovery plans.
- Monitor programme deviations and assess potential impacts on completion dates.
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Reporting & Communication
- Prepare and issue weekly project progress reports and ad hoc planning reports.
- Present schedule updates to internal stakeholders and clients.
- Communicate programme information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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- Coordination & Collaboration
- Liaise regularly with project managers, engineers, procurement staff, site teams, and subcontractors to ensure schedule accuracy.
- Attend planning meetings, progress reviews, and coordination sessions.
- Support teams in interpreting and applying the programme as a key project management tool.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in construction planning, preferably with exposure to large-scale or complex projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Proficient in project planning software such as Primavera P6, MS Project.
- Solid understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project lifecycles.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Site-based planning experience is highly desirable.
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