Job Introduction
We are hiring 4D Senior Planners to drive excellence across different project areas. If you are highly motivated and ambitious with proven expertise in Bentley Synchro 4D Pro and a deep understanding of model authoring tools, this is an opportunity for you. This unique role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic, growing team and apply 4D methodologies across diverse sectors, including tunnels, headhouses, civils, and earthworks.
As a 4D Senior Planner, you’re responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing comprehensive 4D models throughout all project stages. The primary goal is to validate the design and construction schedule by visually demonstrating the sequence of works, proactively identifying physical and time clashes, and uncovering new opportunities. As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will leverage advanced 4D planning techniques to enhance project success and foster innovation.
Main Responsibilities
- Develop 4D models and phasing plans to communicate project logistics and strategic sequences.
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Manage the end-to-end delivery of Synchro 4D models, including creation, data linking, and continuous maintenance.
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Partner with project teams to design construction methodologies prioritizing safe delivery and logical sequencing.
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Creation of logistics, land use and temporary works 3D models.
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Create animations/simulations at defined stages for communicating the overall job sequence.
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Generate as-built programmes to identify and analyse deviations from established baselines.
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Produce recurring lookahead visuals to facilitate team briefings and executive reporting.
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Adding SHE data to the model to assist the H&S team.
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Provide visual validation of timelines to support internal and external project assurance reviews.
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Provide hands-on technical support, mentoring, and targeted training to develop capability across project teams.
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Contributing to knowledge sharing and training, helping to develop project management skills and capabilities across the organisation.
The Ideal Candidate
- Degree in Architecture / Construction / Engineering or appropriate professional qualification.
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Proven experience in planning within large-scale construction projects.
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Appreciation on real critical path management and control and background in scheduling
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Strong hands-on experience on Bentley’s Synchro 4D Pro platform.
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Very good proficiency and experience of model authoring tools such Bentley's Open Building Designer, or MicroStation.
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Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and contributing to project delivery.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating across teams and with external stakeholders.
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Ability to work with Delivery Teams developing and implement strategies and practical applications.
About The Company
The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services
The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.
You’ll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).
Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.
HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.
It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use”, OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture ‘s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.
Please see the disability confident commitments:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-1-disability-confident-committed
To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have:
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A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities
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Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role
