Construction Planner

THE COMPANY

Over the past 150 years constructing in the UK; my client has been dedicated in becoming a highly reputable, industry leader dealing with projects across various sectors; offering a full ‘one-stop shop’ experience across D&B, Construction, Refurbishments and Asset Management services.

This contractor’s hard work over the years has been the making of them becoming extremely successful in the market and they are now expanding once again. Due to this continuing growth, they are looking to invest in an additional Experienced Planner to join their North West team based out of Manchester.

THE ROLE

• Preparation of design, procurement and construction programmes using Asta Powerproject for pre-qualifications, tenders and live projects.
• Identifying & selecting the appropriate techniques & sequence of events for each project.
• Analysing sites/local environments to determine appropriate logistics solutions & resources.
• Using specialist planning computer software, including Navisworks Timeliner or similar.
• Preparing logistics plans and phasing layouts, using PowerPoint and Google Sketch-Up.
• Writing tender and PQQ responses
• Scheduling labour, selecting of major plant and access equipment including scaffold schedules, tower crane utilisation and temporary works.
• Attending and presenting at client interviews.
• Preparing detailed working programmes and Agreeing subcontractor trade programmes.
• Monitoring progress throughout the construction process and comparing this with the projected schedule of work.
• Liaising with the rest of Project Team throughout the process, making adjustments to project plans as necessary along with Reporting findings, and recommending solutions to recover delays.
• Recording relevant events for potential entitlement claims.
• Using graphical and scheduled media to reflect progress, event impacts and forecasts.
• Providing advice and support on the development of specific systems of working.
• Preparing project and activity feedback reports.
• Helping to develop the companies planning processes and procedures.

ABOUT YOU

• Able to demonstrable experience in contract and tender planning.
• Ideally Degree qualified, or HNC, HND level equivalent
• Experience in using; Asta Powerproject, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word.
• Knowledge in MS Project and Primavera (preferred but not essential).
• Knowledge and practice in 3D/4D modelling.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work within a team environment or as an individual

INTERESTED!??
This is an amazing opportunity to join a company who will invest in you & your goals. If you’re interested and would like to find out more information, give me  a call on 07494422424, for a confidential chat, or alternatively send a current CV along with your availability to rebecca@minstrellrecruitment.com