Planner in Newcastle upon Tyne

Planner in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne Full-Time 51750 - 63250 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Caval

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage and develop detailed construction programmes for exciting projects across the North West.
  • Company: Join a leading Tier 1 main contractor with a strong reputation in the industry.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
  • Other info: Work on projects valued up to £50 million and enjoy a variety of sector experiences.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on high-value projects while collaborating with diverse teams.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years as a Senior Planner with strong ASTA Powerproject skills.

The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.

Location: North West - Travels across Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds and Newcastle

For this role you must possess the following:

  • Proven experience as a Senior Planner (5+ Years)
  • Strong Tier 1 main contractor background (5+ Years)
  • Design & Build project experience is essential
  • Extensive experience using ASTA Powerproject
  • Experience producing and managing construction programmes from tender through to project completion
  • Experience working on projects valued up to £50 million
  • Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, planning methodologies, and programme management
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Full UK Driving Licence

Duties:

  • Produce, develop and manage detailed construction programmes using ASTA Powerproject
  • Work closely with pre-construction, commercial, design and operational teams to develop robust project programmes
  • Manage Design & Build programmes from tender stage through to project completion
  • Support multiple live projects across the North West, depending on project size and complexity
  • Monitor project progress against programme and identify potential risks and delays
  • Develop mitigation strategies and recovery programmes where required
  • Attend project progress meetings and provide planning support to project teams and senior management
  • Produce regular programme updates, reports and critical path analysis
  • Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure programme objectives are achieved
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and in accordance with contractual requirements
  • Provide planning expertise throughout all phases of the construction process

Sector Experience:

  • Design & Build construction projects
  • Typical project values between £10 million and £20 million
  • Experience delivering projects up to £50 million
  • Commercial, industrial, education, healthcare or public sector project experience would be advantageous

Planner in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Caval

Join a leading contractor in South Yorkshire that values innovation and growth, offering a competitive salary of £55,000 plus a car allowance and bonus scheme. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships within the construction sector while enjoying a supportive work culture that prioritises career progression and work-life balance with 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Caval

Contact Details:

Caval Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Planner in Newcastle upon Tyne

Senior Planning Experience
Tier 1 Main Contractor Background
Design & Build Project Experience
ASTA Powerproject Proficiency
Construction Programme Management
Construction Sequencing Knowledge
Planning Methodologies Expertise