At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in planning and scheduling dynamic construction projects with experienced professionals.
- Company: Join one of the UK's largest privately-owned construction groups with a strong family culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, healthcare options, and structured career development.
- Other info: Supportive environment with clear pathways to advance in your career.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and grow your career with a tier-one contractor.
- Qualifications: Degree in Construction Management or related field; planning software knowledge preferred.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Location: Reading & Surrounding Regional Projects
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About The Company
As one of the UK's largest privately‑owned construction and development groups, they have built a reputation over more than 90 years for delivery excellence, quality, and strong family values. The Southern region continues to secure flagship projects across the Commercial, Industrial, Education, and Residential sectors. They are looking for an ambitious and detailed‑oriented Assistant Planner to join the team in Reading.
The Role
Working alongside our experienced Senior Planners and Project Managers, you will play a key role in the planning, scheduling, and overall delivery of dynamic construction projects across the region. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career with a tier‑one contractor, gaining hands‑on exposure to both pre‑construction tender stages and live on‑site delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Development: Assist in creating and updating baseline construction programs using Asta Powerproject.
- Progress Monitoring: Regularly visit project sites to track progress, update schedules, and identify potential delays or risk factors early.
- Site Team Collaboration: Work closely with Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Subcontractors to ensure short‑term look‑ahead programs align with the master plan.
- Reporting: Prepare clear, concise weekly and monthly progress reports for internal management and client updates.
- Tender & Pre‑Construction: Support the pre‑construction team with logistic plans, phasing, and initial program draft schedules.
- Delay Analysis: Help analyze program variations and impact assessments when project changes occur.
What They Are Looking For
- Education: A degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Software Skills: Previous experience or a strong foundational knowledge of planning software (Asta Powerproject is highly desirable; Primavera P6 or MS Project welcome).
- Industry Experience: 1‑3 years of experience in UK main contracting (either as a Junior/Assistant Planner, Graduate Engineer, or Site Engineer looking to transition into planning).
- Mindset & Communication: Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and confident communication skills to liaise with clients and site teams.
- Travel: A full UK driving license (site visits across the region will be required).
What They Offer
- Competitive Salary: Negotiable based on experience.
- Package: Car allowance / company car, competitive pension scheme, and healthcare options.
- Career Development: Structured training, mentorship from senior industry planners, and clear pathways to progress to Planner and Senior Planner roles.
- Work Culture: A supportive, family‑owned culture where your contribution is recognized and valued.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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