Construction Planner

Job Title: Construction Planner
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire
Salary: 40,000 - 60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

About the Role:

We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Construction Planner to join a dynamic team based in Newark. As a Construction Planner, you will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role offers the opportunity to work with a leading construction company on a range of exciting projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using planning software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar).
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure all activities are appropriately scheduled and resourced.
• Identify potential risks and delays and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and update project timelines, taking into account any changes to scope, design, or resources.
• Ensure that all construction activities comply with safety regulations and standards.
• Communicate project progress to all relevant stakeholders, ensuring transparency and clear expectations.
• Provide input into the procurement and resourcing plans to meet project deadlines.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, including progress tracking, milestone completion, and resource allocation.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Construction Planner, Project Planner, or similar role in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of project planning software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar.
• Excellent understanding of construction processes, methodologies, and safety regulations.
• Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is desirable but not essential.
• Experience working on commercial, residential, or infrastructure projects is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of 40,000 - 60,000 per annum (depending on experience).
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Company pension scheme.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

If you are a proactive, solutions-focused individual with a passion for construction planning and a desire to be part of a growing company, we would love to hear from you!

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.