Senior Planner

Senior Planner

Top National Main Contractor

Location: Bristol

Project: £600M Multi-Phase Commercial New Build

Reporting to: Planning Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing tender and construction programmes, distributing drawings and information to site teams.


• Develop tender programmes into Master Construction Programme.


• Collaborate with Planning Manager, Construction Director, and Contract Manager to finalize Master Programmes and create stage/section programmes.


• Report progress to Contract Directors and senior management.


• Adjust Master Programme to mitigate delays and advise on programme slippage.


• Prepare logistics, method statements, and periodic project reviews.


• Maintain programme database (Gateway) and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 45001).


• Build and maintain client relationships and contribute to corporate social responsibility initiatives.


• Support company CPD by participating in relevant training.

Required Experience:

• Construction-related qualification (HND/HNC/BTEC/Degree).


• Proficient in Asta Powerproject or Microsoft Project.


• Minimum 3 years' project planning experience with on-site/live project involvement.


• Strong understanding of construction processes and sequencing.


• Skilled in Microsoft Office, report preparation, and presentation.

Desirable Skills:

• CSR/CSCS Card or CIOB accreditation.


• Competency in AutoCAD and other design software.


• Familiarity with tender and contract documents, planning methods, and commercial aspects of construction.


• Experience in tendering and bids.

Benefits:

• A Competitive Basic Salary up to £85k


• Travel


• Lodging expensed - if Required


• Contributory Pension Scheme


• Private Healthcare Scheme


• Life Insurance


• Discretionary Bonus Scheme


• Working in a Collaborative and Innovative Team


• Career and personal development

If you are looking to explore a new opportunity and believe that the above skills and experience matches your own, apply now to develop your career.