Programme Planner

We are seeking a talented individual, to fill a hybrid role, working dually with the bid and operational teams on broadly a 65:35 split of time and workload in favour of the bid team. We require a detail-oriented and analytical Programme Planner to join our team in the South, currently based in the Swanley/Dartford area but the role will entail occasional movement between sites. As a Programme Planner, you will play a crucial role in the successful development of pre-construction and construction programs, ensuring alignment between tender, operations and commercial teams. This is a new role and working closely with key operational teams nationally will be key to our success. Duties include;

• Build detailed pre-construction and construction programs aligned to key tender stage requirements, agreeing with relevant operations teams as to the deliverability of the scheme
• Where working within Operational teams, manage, and maintain detailed pre-construction and construction programs, ensuring projects meet key milestones
• Submit regular program updates to Operations and Commercial managers in line with contractual requirements
• Assess and report on risks and delays, incorporating them into the project schedule
• Liaise with on-site operations teams to understand resource profiles and productivity assumptions
• Identify and manage the critical path of programs, working with the wider team to mitigate slippage
• Collaborate closely with quantity surveyors and commercial teams to ensure alignment with program for commercial forecasting
• Own, update, and drive resolution of Risk & Issue logs
• Conduct program review sessions with internal and external stakeholders
• Identify and implement efficiencies and improvements in internal and external processes
• Ensure program submissions comply with contractual guidelines
• Build strong client relationships, representing the company brand professionally