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Ipswich - Permanent - Full Time
Background
We are seeking an experienced Planner to join our team at our Ipswich office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse construction projects across the region, contributing to the successful planning and delivery of high-quality developments. You will be responsible for producing, managing and monitoring project programmes to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.
Salary
Competitive
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed construction programmes using industry-standard planning software (Asta Powerproject)
- Develop pre-construction programmes and tender programmes
- Identify critical paths, potential challenges and programme risks
- Liaise with project teams, subcontractors and suppliers regarding programme requirements
- Prepare reports and presentations for clients and senior management
- Support pre-construction and tender stages with planning input
- Produce logistics layouts and sequencing drawings to show how we will build the projects
- Compile written methodology to describe how we are going to construct the project for inclusion in our bid documents
- Assist with resource planning and sequencing.
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Key Skills & Knowledge
- Proven experience as a Planner within the construction industry
- Proficient in planning software (Asta Powerproject)
- Strong understanding of construction methods, sequences and processes
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and contract documentation
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail with ability to identify programme risks
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work collaboratively with site teams and stakeholders
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Self-motivated with ability to manage own workload.
- Knowledge of NEC and JCT contract forms
- Full UK driving licence
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Desirable:
- Formal qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline
- Experience across multiple construction sectors
- Understanding of Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes
- Experience with earned value management
- APM or similar professional membership
Experience
Main Contracting background working on similar schemes that we carry out like schools, healthcare, defence, public buildings etc from a value of £2m to £40m
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