We are a dynamic and forward-thinking construction company delivering high-quality projects across Civils, Rail, and Bridges. Our Planning Team plays a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on time.
We are now seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Planner to support our planners across both pre-contract (tender) and live project environments.
Role overview
As an Assistant Planner, you will work alongside experienced planners to develop, monitor, and update project programmes.
Your responsibilities will span both the tendering stage, where you’ll help prepare construction phasing and methodologies, and project delivery, where you’ll assist in maintaining and reporting on project progress.
This is an excellent opportunity to start or develop a career in planning, with exposure to a wide range of projects and mentoring from senior planning professionals.
Key responsibilities
Tender Stage
- Assist in preparing high-level and detailed tender programmes using planning software (primarily Primavera P6)
- Support the review of tender documentation to extract relevant planning data
- Help develop construction methodologies and phasing strategies with input from the delivery and bid teams
- Prepare visual aids, programme narratives, and planning presentations for tender submissions
Project delivery
- Support the creation and maintenance of baseline (Clause 31) and update (Clause 32) programmes
- Assist with regular progress updates, look-ahead programmes, and prospective delay analysis
- Participate in planning meetings, take minutes, and track follow-up actions
- Help compile progress reports and dashboard updates for internal and external stakeholders
- Assist in the coordination of subcontractor and supplier inputs into programmes
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
- HNC/HND or Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (or working towards)
- Some experience or exposure to the construction industry preferred (placement, internship, or entry-level role)
- Familiarity with planning software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project is desirable (training can be provided)
- Good understanding of construction processes and sequencing
- Strong IT skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and within a team
Desirable (not essential)
- Prior contract knowledge/training particularly to planning related clauses
