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Senior Construction Planner
Our client is a leading construction firm specialising in residential, commercial, industrial projects and they are looking to recruit a Senior Construction Planner in the West Midlands.
The Senior Planner will play a crucial role in project planning and scheduling, ensuring the successful execution of construction projects from inception to completion. Your programming expertise and knowledge will play a critical part in proactively advising the construction and tender management team.
The Senior Construction Plannerwill have extensive experience in construction planning, scheduling, and project management, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
Experience of Education, Commercial builds and fast paced Industrial builds is essential.
Senior Construction Planner Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and subcontractors to develop comprehensive project plans and schedules.
- Conduct thorough analysis of project requirements, constraints, and risks to identify critical path activities and mitigate potential delays.
- Monitor project progress and performance against established schedules, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve scheduling conflicts, optimize resource allocation, and ensure efficient utilization of resources.
- Provide regular updates and reports on project status, including progress against milestones, upcoming tasks, and potential risks.
- Lead planning meetings and reviews to communicate project schedules, objectives, and requirements to project teams and stakeholders.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and technologies related to construction planning and scheduling, incorporating innovative approaches into project plans.
Senior Construction Planner Requirements:
- Degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction planning, scheduling, and project management, ideally with a focus on Education, residential, commercial or industrial.
- Proficiency in construction scheduling software such as ASTA, Microsoft Project, or similar tools.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex project requirements and develop detailed schedules.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate and mitigate project risks and constraints.
Senior Construction Planner Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance, 24days holiday plus bank Holidayand company bonus scheme.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
If this is the role for you please get in touch Today.
