Senior Planner in Manchester

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BAM UK & Ireland are recruiting a Planner / Senior Planner in the Northern region.

• Preparation of design, procurement and construction programmes using Elecosoft Powerproject for pre-qualifications, tenders and live projects.
• Identifying and selecting the appropriate techniques and sequence of events for each project.
• Analysing sites and local environments to determine appropriate logistics solutions and resources.
• Using specialist planning computer software, including Synchro or similar.
• Preparing logistics plans and phasing layouts, using PowerPoint; ability to model in 3D would be an advantage, but not essential.
• Scheduling labour, selecting of major plant and access equipment including scaffold schedules, tower crane utilisation and temporary works.
• Attending and presenting at client interviews.
• Preparing detailed working programmes.
• Agreeing subcontractor trade programmes.
• Monitoring progress throughout the pre‑construction and construction process; and comparing this with the projected schedule of work.
• Reporting findings and recommending solutions to recover delays.
• Using graphical and schedule media to reflect progress, event impacts and forecasts.
• Liaising with and supporting the rest of Project Team throughout the process; making adjustments to project plans as necessary.
• Providing advice and support on the development of specific systems of working.
• Preparing project and activity feedback reports.
• Helping to develop the company’s planning processes and procedures.
• Liaising and coordinating trade contractor’s programmes on site.
• Helping to develop and mentor more junior members of the planning department.
• Helping to implement and provide general planning appreciation and awareness to site teams.

• Appropriately trained and knowledgeable in Health and Safety (e.g. CSCS, SMSTS).
• An energetic, proactive, hands‑on, confident, and self‑motivated approach with experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrable experience in contract and tender planning with an ability to take the lead in the programme and time management of construction projects.
• Experience within the construction environment of project delivery across a wide range of market sectors with a good understanding of high‑quality finishes and M&E interfaces.
• Demonstrable experience in tenders and contracts administered under JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Understanding of Planning best practices.
• Ideally Degree qualified, minimum qualification to HNC, HND level.
• Experience in using Powerproject, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word; SketchUp and Synchro would be an advantage.
• Knowledge in MS Project and Primavera P6 (preferred but not essential).
• 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.
• Good understanding of construction technics, sequencing & methodology.

In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package including a company car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 26 days holiday + 2 wellness days (increases with length of service), holiday purchase scheme, gym subsidy and BAM social club membership. BAM operates a flexible working policy.

We’re on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.