Job Advert
Summary
Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an Assistant Planner to join our team due to a number of exciting new projects in the North East.
At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team.
What You’ll Do
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Support the development, maintenance, and monitoring of construction programmes across pre‑construction and live projects.
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Assist in producing logic‑linked and integrated programmes covering design, procurement, approvals, and construction activities.
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Gather and analyse project progress data, contributing to accurate planned vs actual tracking.
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Support logistics planning, sequencing, and collaborative planning sessions with project teams.
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Assist with programme controls, documentation, compliance checks, and planning audits.
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Help identify planning‑related risks, opportunities, and buildability considerations.
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Contribute to planning reports, dashboards, and inputs for monthly project reviews.
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Work closely with Pre‑Construction, Commercial, Design Management, and Operations teams to ensure integrated planning information.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Construction and lessons learned.
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Help maintain databases such as outputs, methodologies, and programme norms.
What We’re Looking For
Skills and Experience
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Basic understanding of construction processes, buildability, or site operations (from education, placement, or early experience).
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Awareness of construction planning principles such as logic linking, critical path, and programme structure.
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Competent in MS Office tools, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
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Interest in digital construction, BIM, or 4D visualisation is advantageous.
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Any previous exposure to project controls, design coordination, or pre‑construction activities is beneficial.
Personal Attributes
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Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset with a genuine desire to learn.
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Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal.
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Highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks with guidance.
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Adaptable, flexible, and positive in fast‑paced environments.
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Collaborative team player who can also take initiative when working independently.
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Motivated by continuous improvement and delivering quality outcomes.
Why Join Caddick Group?
Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.
Career Growth:
As part of a growing organization, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.
A People-Centred Approach:
We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.
Disability Confident Employer
Caddick Construction is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities and an inclusive recruitment process for all.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status.
Caddick Group Benefits
Health and Wellbeing:
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions.
Birthday Day Off:
A discretionary day off to celebrate your birthday.
Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme:
Purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
Caddick Hub:
Exclusive discounts on groceries, holidays, technology and entertainment.
Enhanced Family Friendly Leave:
Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave.
Ride to Work Scheme:
Tax and NI savings of up to 47% on cycles and accessories.
Pension:
5% employer pension contribution.
Continuous Professional Development:
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Private Healthcare & Medicash:
Private healthcare scheme (benefit in kind).
Life Assurance:
Death-in-service cover of up to 4x salary, valid up to age 70.
Life Assurance:
Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance providing death-in-service cover of up to 4x your salary, valid up to age 70.
