SENIOR PLANNER - Permanent Opportunity
DIVISION: Civil Engineering
LOCATION: Royal Hillsborough, Northern Ireland
Benefits: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)
We are a well-established and highly regarded Tier One contractor with our history dating back to 1798, proving that GRAHAM, even in our humblest beginnings, has been delivering lasting impact for clients for over 200 years.
Due to continued growth we wish to invest in an ambitious, experienced Senior Planner – Reporting to the Regional Programme Director, the Planner has responsibility for Programme Management within the Civil Engineering Division of GRAHAM Construction.
Working as an integrated member of project delivery teams and contributing to project bidding, the Senior Planner will contribute significantly to the continued success and growth of the Civils Division and will be expected to meet personal development targets, project goals and business unit targets. Excellent technical knowledge, innovative creative thinking, problem solving, and team working are essential components of the job role.
A full driving licence is essential.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in a similar position with a main contractor.
Typical Duties:
- Provide and achieve consistent, accurate and reliable programme data.
- Develop planning solutions using Primavera P6.
- Develop project specific Programmes, Method Statements and Logistics Plans during the bid phase.
- Develop Design Deliverable Programmes in conjunction with the Design Manager.
- Develop fully integrated Project Programmes to measure progress, including critical path analysis. This will include Procurement Programmes, Commissioning and Completion Programmes.
- Develop Information Required and Procurement Schedules from the Project Programmes.
- Be able to communicate the planned intent both internally and externally and be able to represent the company in a formal interview setting.
- Review tender/construction drawings/specifications/bills to gain a clear understanding of the project, in order to establish a robust build sequence form which to develop the programme solution.
- Review and challenge subcontractor programmes including methods and logistics; compare them to the Project Programmes to ensure they are fully aligned or integrated.
- Keep records of any assumptions or constraints that have been made / assumed to develop the Project Programmes and Logistics Plans.
- Explain the logic and constraints used to develop any Project Programme to other team members.
- Carry out “what-if” scenarios to forward forecast issues that may develop during the project.
- In conjunction with other team members, proactively manage programmes to ensure they are achieved.
- Assist in the delivery of reports to the Project Delivery Team and Client (as required) including critical path network and rescheduling of activities where appropriate.
- Accurately Measure progress and report against the programme targets.
- Suggest recovery actions or programme betterment opportunities.
- Provide short term and Special Action Programmes as required.
- Provide detailed Package Delivery Programmes for inclusion in Package Tenders.
- Provide programme input with regard to Changes including Variations and Delay Entitlement.
- Understand how programmes can be impacted and recognise Changes / Variations and Delay Entitlement, Input as requested into the review of any subcontractor claims.
- Assist in researching alternative product or systems in conjunction with the Project Team.
- Input to the Project Risk and Opportunities Register both during the bid and construction phases.
- Ensure the quality procedures in respect to his/her duties are implemented. Provide input to Project Review post-completion.
- Introduce improvements where appropriate to areas of responsibility.
- Undertake any other duties which may be required by management.
Essential Criteria:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role within the civil engineering sector.
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and other relevant planning software.
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Full, clean driving licence.
Desirable Criteria:
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., APM, CIOB).
- Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
- Experience in leading planning teams or mentoring junior planners.
Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.
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