Senior Planner, Construction

Argee LTD

Job Description

Senior Construction Planner required for a Principal Contractor. Experience in large multi-storey Residential projects is essential, exposure to Commercial or Hotel may prove suitable.

Initially working on 500+ Residential development consisting of deep basement and a number of linked towers. This project has started and you will be required to take on a “live” project with some 18 months plus to run.

You must demonstrate a good understanding of Residential high rise Build and Fit out, with experience in working on substantial high rise residential projects for a Developer or Contractor.

Project value of £90m. Ideally this is a Permanent role with an established contractor, however a Contract role may be considered for the right candidate. You will be Head office based with site visits as required. The Contractor mainly works inside the M25 so future projects will fall within this area.

Practical experience on site prior to pursuing the Planning route would be an advantage as you will be familiar with the Construction issues in the field. Formal qualifications are not essential, though a good working knowledge of Planning programmes will be an asset allied with the ability to use Planning software. You will probably have at least 8 – 10 years of Construction related experience to be able to fulfill this position

Your Communication skills must be strong in both oral and written expression. Your role will involve working closely with both the Commercial and Technical sides, as well as liaising with the Site Team.

Your Responsibilities include:
• Translating detailed information from contract documents into Construction programmes
• Formulating short-term and temporary works programmes
• Ensuring that programmes and revised programmes are distributed to all relevant parties including project team and sub-contractors
• Co-ordinating and managing information within the project, including design and technical information.
• Forecasting and reporting variations from the agreed construction programme and cost plan
• Liaison with Project Management and the Commercial side
• Reviewing Tender Programmes
• Assisting with Technical Submissions.
• Formulating Contract Programmes.

Salary and Package. The Salary and Package are both negotiable dependant on your experience and ability. The overall package can be tailored to suit the individual and is flexible.

Applications will only be considered from those legally entitled to live and work in the UK, who can provide proof of eligibility.