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 work environment with clear progression routes and mentorship opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and make a real impact in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: Degree in Construction Management or related field; planning software knowledge is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Assistant Planner 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 detail‑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: Experience or strong 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, attention to detail and confident communication skills to liaise with clients and site teams.
- Travel: Must hold a full UK driving licence; site visits across the region will be required.
- Lane Change: If you are an experienced Site Manager or Setting Out Engineer and enjoy the technical details but not the day‑to‑day on‑site routine this could be the transition you have been looking for.
What They Offer
- Competitive Salary: Negotiable based on experience.
- Package: Car allowance, company car, competitive pension scheme and health care options.
- Career Development: Structured training, mentorship from senior planners and clear progression routes to Planner and Senior Planner.
- Work Culture: A supportive, family‑owned culture where your contribution is recognised and valued.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. 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.
Planner - Assistant or Intermediate level in Reading employer: Randstad Construction & Property
Randstad Construction & Property is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development through extensive training and clear progression pathways. Located in Croydon, the hybrid working model allows for flexibility while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in financial functions.
Contact Details:
Randstad Construction & Property Recruitment Team
