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Sir Robert McAlpine

Expression of Interest - Senior Planner

Crewe
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Expression of Interest: Senior Planner/Planner

Sir Robert McAlpine, through Integrated Health Projects (IHP), our long-standing joint venture with VINCI Building, has been appointed to deliver the new Leighton Hospital in Crewe as part of the Government's New Hospital Programme.

This is a major opportunity to join the team at the early stages of one of the UK's most significant healthcare programmes. The new hospital will replace the existing Leighton Hospital and will be delivered using the Hospital 2.0 approach, bringing together standardised design, digital innovation, clinical leadership and collaborative delivery to create a modern healthcare environment for patients, staff and the wider community.

We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced Planners who want to play a key role in the delivery of this major programme.

Why join us?

Through the years we've developed a culture very much our own - creating an environment that brings out the best in people who share our commitment to excellence.

Right now, we're excited about continuing the company's legacy through the projects and opportunities ahead. Join our collaborative team to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Planner role

You will be part of a Planning team for an £800 million + landmark programme, ensuring robust scheduling, accurate reporting, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Programme Management: Develop, maintain, and manage all programmes and production control deliverables across the project lifecycle.
  • Detailed Planning Outputs: Prepare comprehensive phasing diagrams, logistics plans, S-curves, resource histograms, and plant schedules.
  • Project Controls: Implement robust controls, including forecasting, early warning systems, performance monitoring and other Key Performance Indicators.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Clearly articulate the planning roadmap and performance measures to project teams, clients, and supply chain partners.
  • Challenge & Assurance: Question and validate project plans to ensure compliance with company, regional, and project targets.
  • Pre-Contract & Bid Support: Contribute to tender strategies, pre-contract planning, and bid submissions.
  • Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to Health & Safety standards and company management systems.
  • Innovation: Drive planning and project control innovations, including 4D integration and digital tools.

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Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Solid understanding of construction methods and planning from first principles.
  • Experience managing planning on large, complex, multi-million-pound projects.
  • An ability to manage and develop less experienced planners.
  • Good understanding of NEC form of contract.
  • Experience with Primavera P6 and Powerproject planning software.

Desirable Skills:

  • Good experience in and understanding of Digital/4D planning would be advantageous.

Additional Attributes:

  • Proven track record in pre-contract planning and bid contributions.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Passion for innovation and driving planning initiatives.
  • Experience in the healthcare sector is highly advantageous.

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We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is committed to being a truly inclusive employer. Even if you do not meet every single requirement, we would still love to hear from you, especially if you are part of a group that is under-represented in the construction industry.

We recognise that talented people come from a wide range of backgrounds and circumstances, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. As part of this commitment, we support agile ways of working wherever possible, helping our people to balance their professional and personal responsibilities while delivering excellent results.

Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, we strive to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment where every member of our team feels valued, respected, and able to achieve their full potential.

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Crewe, England, United Kingdom

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