Job Title: Construction Planner
Location: Stourbridge
Reports To: Senior Operations Manager / Operations Manager
Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 4pm, but flexibility is required.
We are looking for an experienced and driven Construction Planner to join our growing project delivery team. In this role, you will take ownership of the planning and programming function across large-scale fire protection installation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, to budget, and to the high standards our clients expect.
You will work closely with the Operations & Project Managers, engineers, estimators, and site teams, as well as liaising with contractors, suppliers, and clients. Your ability to manage complexity, anticipate risk, and communicate clearly at all levels will be central to your success in this role.
Duties:
Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes for large-scale fire protection projects, breaking them down into clear, manageable phases
Monitor project progress against programme, identifying deviations and working proactively with site and project teams to get things back on track
Liaise and negotiate effectively with contractors and suppliers to align timelines and resource requirements
Prepare and issue regular progress reports, forecasts, and programme updates for internal stakeholders, clients, and senior leadership
Use project management tools and software to maintain accurate, up-to-date project records and schedules
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks throughout the lifecycle of each scheme
Investigate the root causes of delays or deviations and implement corrective measures to minimise impact
Write and contribute to bids and tenders, providing accurate planning input and programme narratives
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of site processes, associated costs, and relevant construction and safety standards
Gather and act on feedback from site teams regarding planning adequacy, making continuous improvements where needed
Provide guidance and direction to junior planners, supporting their development and ensuring consistency of approach across projects
Collaborate closely with estimators, engineers, surveyors, and architects to ensure the programme reflects all project requirements
Keep all key stakeholders, including clients, informed on project status, milestones, and any issues that may affect delivery
Candidate Skill Requirements:
Proven experience as a Construction Planner, ideally within fire protection, M&E, or a related building services environment.
Strong proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, or Microsoft Project. WBS codings and logic where required
Solid understanding of construction methodology, sequencing, and contract management.
Experience managing project budgets and producing cashflow forecasts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to varied audiences.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail.
Familiarity with NEC [particularly the submission requirements & timing] & JCT contract forms
Production of Impacted programmes in the pusuit of claims/Compensation Event Assessments with time impacts
Benefits
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Life Insurance
24 hours GP Helpline
Employee Assistance Program
