At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape the future of infrastructure projects by developing and managing project schedules.
- Company: Join Jacobs, a leader in innovative solutions for thriving cities and resilient environments.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, competitive salary, 24 days holiday, and comprehensive health insurance.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real-world impact while collaborating on major projects that transform communities.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or related field with experience in project planning and scheduling.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact: Shape the future of major infrastructure projects. At Jacobs, Project Management isn’t just about delivering projects—it’s about creating solutions that transform communities and improve lives. Our Project Management teams sit at the heart of some of the most ambitious infrastructure programs in the UK and globally. From sustainable water systems to cutting-edge energy projects and major transportation networks, we’re driving innovation and setting new standards for excellence.
We're looking for a Construction Planner to join our growing Project Controls team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure and construction programmes, supporting clients from project initiation through to delivery.
As a Construction Planner, you'll play a key role in developing, managing and analysing project schedules, helping project teams make informed decisions and ensuring successful delivery against key milestones. You'll collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors and clients, providing planning expertise that drives project performance and adds real value.
What you'll be doing:
- Develop, maintain and manage project and programme schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software.
- Establish programme baselines and monitor progress against planned milestones and deliverables.
- Support project teams through all phases of delivery, including design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
- Analyse schedule performance, identify trends and provide recommendations to support project success.
- Conduct critical path analysis, progress assessments, delay analysis and what-if scenario modelling.
- Identify programme risks and opportunities, supporting the development of mitigation, recovery and acceleration strategies.
- Produce programme updates, look-ahead schedules, forecasting information, performance reports and planning dashboards.
- Participate in collaborative planning sessions, programme reviews and stakeholder workshops.
- Review contractor and supplier programmes and support the assessment of change impacts, compensation events and programme-related claims.
- Communicate programme status, key milestones, risks and recovery actions clearly to project teams and clients.
- Ensure programmes comply with project governance requirements, planning standards and quality expectations.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, helping to develop planning processes, tools and best practices across the business.
You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative Project Controls community working on some of the UK's most challenging and rewarding programmes. We offer opportunities to develop your career, work with industry-leading clients and contribute to projects that make a lasting impact on communities across the country.
If you're passionate about planning, enjoy solving complex challenges and want to be part of a team delivering major projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Here's what you'll need:
- Proven solid experience in project planning, scheduling or project controls within construction, infrastructure or engineering environments.
- Degree-qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline, with relevant professional accreditation being advantageous.
- Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 or similar planning software.
- Experience of working within a collaborative Framework/Alliance environment.
- Knowledge of Project Controls including Earned Value Management and Schedule Risk Analysis.
- Experience developing and maintaining detailed project programmes and reporting on programme performance.
At Jacobs, you'll find more than just a job. You'll discover:
- A global network of expertise and opportunity.
- A culture founded on safety, integrity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Flexible working arrangements that support your well-being and potential.
- Opportunities to make a real-world impact through our global giving and volunteering programs.
- Up to 10% pension.
- 24 days (+10 days bought) holidays.
- Free medical and income protection insurance and many more!
Ready for a change? Apply Below Now to Start Your Journey with Jacobs!
Construction Planner employer: Jacobs
At Jacobs, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous professional development opportunities and mentorship programmes, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on global water quality initiatives. Located in a vibrant environment, we provide a unique chance to engage with high-profile projects that not only challenge the status quo but also contribute to sustainable solutions for communities and ecosystems.
