Senior Planner in Reading

Senior Planner Tier 1 Contractor Hampshire

Location: Southern Region (Strategic focus on Hampshire, Surrey, Berkshire)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: 90 - 95k basic + Car Allowance + Pension + Benefits

The Opportunity

Our client don't just build buildings; they build the infrastructure and buildings that keeps the UK moving. The Southern team is expanding from their offices in reading, and they are looking for a Senior Planner who balances technical mastery with a collaborative spirit.

You'll be the strategic backbone of their major projects, translating complex visions into actionable, efficient, and profitable programs. Whether it's a high-tech healthcare facility, a landmark educational hub, or a commercial development, you will ensure we deliver on our promise of excellence. A majority of the work is procured via frameworks so in essence its a bid it, win it, 2nd stage it then take it to site and deliver it philosophy alongside repeat business opportunities with existing clients.

Projects range from 30 to 120 million in education, bio-pharma, student, BTR, offices and retail/mixed use.

Your Impact

As a Senior Planner, you won't just be \"tracking dates.\" You will be a key member of the team and a mentor to the wider planning team. Your role involves:

• Pre-Construction Leadership: Leading the planning process during the bid and tender stage, developing robust logic, and identifying innovative construction sequences to win work.




• Project Controls: Creating and maintaining detailed Level 3 and 4 programs (using Asta Powerproject) that integrate design, procurement, and construction.




• Risk & Opportunity: Performing Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA) to identify bottlenecks before they happen and proposing creative solutions to keep us ahead of the curve.




• Stakeholder Synergy: Acting as the bridge between our site teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure everyone is aligned with the \"one version of the truth.\"




• Reporting: Providing clear, concise monthly progress reports and dashboard metrics for senior leadership.

What They’re Looking For

They need someone who is as comfortable in a boardroom as they are in a hard hat. You'll be a great fit if you have:

• Proven Track Record: Extensive experience in a Senior Planning role within the UK Tier 1 or regional contracting environment.




• Software Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Asta Powerproject is essential. Experience with Primavera P6 or BIM (4D Modelling) is a significant plus.




• Technical Knowledge: A deep understanding of various construction techniques, particularly within the healthcare, education, or commercial sectors.




• Contractual Savvy: Strong working knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.




• Positive Mindset: A proactive, resilient attitude with the ability to mentor junior planners and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

Why This Role?

They offer more than just a paycheck. When you join them, you're joining a company that values Sustainability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

• Growth: They invest in their people. From professional accreditation's (CIOB/ICE) to bespoke leadership training.




• Flexibility: They offer a \"Flexible Working\" policy to help you balance your professional and personal life.




• Rewards: 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), a matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, and access to their extensive rewards platform.

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.

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