Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Construction Project Planner. The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting of construction projects, ensuring delivery programmes are realistic, achievable, and aligned with project objectives.

Working closely with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and clients, you will develop and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project, providing accurate programme analysis and progress reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed construction programmes using Microsoft Project.
• Create baseline schedules and monitor progress against planned activities.
• Identify critical path activities, programme risks, and opportunities.
• Produce short-term and long-term project schedules and look-ahead programmes.
• Liaise with project managers, site managers, subcontractors, and stakeholders to gather progress information.
• Prepare programme reports, progress updates, and recovery plans where required.
• Monitor project milestones and key deliverables to ensure deadlines are met.
• Support tender planning and pre-construction programming activities.
• Analyse delays and recommend corrective actions to minimise project impact.
• Assist with resource planning and coordination across multiple projects.
• Ensure programmes comply with contractual and client requirements.

Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience as a Project Planner within the construction industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project lifecycles.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Experience working on commercial, residential, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of NEC, JCT, or other standard construction contracts.
• Relevant construction qualification (HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent).
• Membership of a recognised professional body.
• Experience with project controls, earned value analysis, or reporting tools.