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Preconstruction Planner (Civil Engineering)Preston, hybrid available£55,000-£75,000 + Car or Car Allowance + Enhanced annual leave + 8% Company pension contribution + Industry-leading benefits packageThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Preconstruction Planner to join a renowned and highly respected principal contractor in their high-growth civil engineering division. Are you an experienced Planner looking for a new and exciting role in an ambitious company? Are you looking for a company that will ensure a progressive career, with great earning potential, and a fantastic benefits package? This leading principal contractor specialises in Construction, FM, Utilities, and Civil Engineering, with a strong order book and ambitious growth plans in its Civil Engineering division. Projects range from £100K to £20M across highways, bridges, drainage, and more. The company is known for fostering supportive, progressive careers and prioritising staff development and well-being. In this role, you will report to the Preconstruction Director and work within a close-knit preconstruction team of estimators and Bid Writers. You will Lead tender planning and scheduling to enhance project win rates and establish project controls from the outset. Deliver compliant, resource-optimised programmes that balance risk and opportunity, contributing to competitive and successful bids. The ideal candidate will have experience in Civil Engineering projects (highways, bridges, water, energy) and be within commuting distance of the Preston office, attending the office 3 days per week. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected contractor offering a supportive environment, career progression, and an industry-leading benefits package. The Role:
- Delivery of fully resourced tender programmes per month, ensuring alignment with bid strategies and achieving high-quality response scores.
- Collaborate with bid and estimating teams to develop competitive methodologies, and programmes, considering risk, opportunity, and operational input.
- Present tender programmes to senior leadership, and contribute to tender settlement meetings.
- Continuously improve by reviewing tender and project performance, incorporating lessons learned, and supporting team development.
The Person
- Experience in a similar role - Preconstruction Planner, Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Project Manager etc
- Worked on civils projects (highways, bridges, water, energy)
- Full UK Drivers license
- Commutable distance from Preston
Reference number: BBBH250628 To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Cameron Day at Rise Technical Recruitment. This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform you that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.
