MJ Quinn
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT PLANNER
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CONSTRUCTION PROJECT PLANNER
Construction Project Planner
A Senior Role within MJ Quinn Energy Department
The Construction Project Planner is responsible for compiling, coordinating internal timelines and subcontractor programmes to provide and continuously update comprehensive programmes for complex construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed plans for all project phases, progressively integrating contractor and service provider schedules into the overall project plans
- Ensure all programmes comply with contractual and project requirements
- Monitor project schedules from consent through to handover, identifying key milestones and highlighting critical path activities
- Maintain risk registers for all projects within the portfolio
- Liaise with project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, closely monitoring contractor schedules and reporting. Identify and analyse potential delays, proposing corrective or mitigation actions
- Produce planning reports for monthly management meetings and other project control purposes
- Identify and implement project planning processes and procedures, including regular reporting on planning developments and overall progress
- Maintain accurate programme records and project history documentation
- Coordinate project planning systems and tools, including onboarding and training of new users
- Conduct schedule risk analysis as part of periodic cost and schedule risk reviews
- Maintain an overview of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for each project, ensuring updates are communicated to relevant stakeholders
- Identify programme risks and develop contingency plans where appropriate
- Provide background information for delay notices and requests for extension of time
- Produce progress reports and forecasts
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Candidate Requirements
- Familiarity with NEC contract requirements in relation to programme management
- 5+ years’ experience as a planner in complex projects within the construction/renewable energy sector
- Proven experience managing risk processes, risk assessments, and risk registers
- Advanced knowledge of MS Project
- Strong coordination and cross-departmental management skills
- Ability to work to fixed monthly timelines
- Degree in construction management, project management, comparable subject, or relevant experience on construction sites as a project planner
- High proficiency in MS Project and MS Office programmes
- Numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and present it clearly
- Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills to engage confidently with:
- Colleagues
- Contractors
- Customers
- Senior managers
- Basic knowledge of construction HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, Environment) requirements and UK CDM regulations
- Full UK Driving License with willingness to travel
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Diversity Statement
MJ Quinn are committed to a workplace that values diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that all employees, customers, suppliers, and visitors are treated equally and fairly. We strongly oppose any discrimination based on:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage & civil partnerships
- Pregnancy & maternity
- Race
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, regardless of background, disability, or gender. Our goal is to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
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