Senior planner - united kingdom, solihull, west midlands

position senior planner

location solihull

salary £competitive

our client

our main contracting client is recruiting a senior or intermediate planner in the midlands division of the construction business.

with this role you will be required to travel to our regional office and sites across the midlands region.

there will also be opportunities where appropriate to work from home. this will be dependent on each individual project's requirements

job description

preparation of design, procurement and construction programmes using powerproject (elecosoft) for pre-qualifications, tenders and live projects.identifying and selecting the appropriate techniques and sequence of events for each project.using specialist planning computer software, including synchro pro and navisworks.preparing logistics plans and phasing layouts, using powerpoint and autodesk formit.scheduling labour, selecting of major plant and access equipment including scaffold schedules, tower crane utilisation and temporary works.preparing detailed working programmes.agreeing subcontractor trade programmes.monitoring progress throughout the construction process and comparing this with the projected schedule of work.liaising with the rest of project team throughout the process, adjusting project plans as necessary.reporting findings and recommending solutions to recover delays.recording relevant events for potential entitlement claims.using graphical and scheduled media to reflect progress, event impacts and forecasts.providing advice and support on the development of specific systems of working.analysing sites and local environments to determine appropriate logistics solutions and resources.preparing project and activity feedback reports.writing tender and pqq responses.attending and presenting at client interviews.assisting to develop and implement the companies planning processes and procedures.to implement and provide general planning appreciation and awareness to site team

the right candidate;

an energetic, proactive, hands-on, confident, and self-motivated approach with experience in a similar roledemonstrable experience in contract and tender planning with an ability to take the lead in the programme and time management of construction projectsexperience within the midlands construction environment of project delivery across a wide range of market sectors with a good understanding of high-quality finishes and m&e interfaces.knowledge of traditional and modern construction techniques and methodsexperience in using; powerproject, ms excel, ms powerpoint, ms word.knowledge and practice in 3d/4d modelling (preferred but not essential).good communication skills and the ability to work within a team environment or as an individual and be prepared to respond directly to clients' requests or enquiries.a good understanding of contract types including jct and nec.ideally degree qualified, minimum qualification to hnc, hnd level.

what is on offer

our client are offering a competitive salary + package and other additional company benefits.

if this position sounds of interest and you would like more information, or would like to apply, please do not hesitate to get in contact with adam at fawkes & reece on 01142130900 (option 3) or a.de-ville@fr-group.co.uk.

if you are not interested but you know someone that might be, we pay a fee for successful referrals (terms apply)

please note - in order to progress any applications further, fawkes & reece will need to add your details to our computerised database. you can view our privacy policy here. before we can send your cv forward to the role, you will need to confirm in writing that you consent. your recruitment consultant will discuss this with you during your initial phone debrief.

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