Planner in Glasgow

We are working with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor to assist them in hiring a Planner for their growing team.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planner to join a busy project environment and play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Working closely with the project and commercial teams, you will help ensure projects are effectively programmed, monitored and delivered to programme.As the Planner your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:Developing and maintaining detailed project programmes from pre-construction through to completionWorking closely with Project Managers, Site Agents, Engineers and Commercial teams to monitor project progressReviewing programme performance and identifying potential delays, risks and opportunitiesProducing regular programme updates, progress reports and supporting information for project meetingsAssisting with short-term and long-term planning, including resource and activity forecastingSupporting the project team with mitigation strategies and recovery programmes where requiredThe successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:Previous experience working as a Planner within the civil engineering, construction or infrastructure sectorStrong knowledge of construction planning and project programmingExperience using P6, Asta Powerproject or similar planning softwareThe ability to understand construction methodologies, sequencing and project constraintsStrong communication, analytical and organisational skillsWhat's in it for you?The opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking contractorExposure to a varied portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projectsExcellent opportunities for career progression and professional developmentIf you would like more information or to apply, please feel free to contact Jamie Nicholson using the details provided, or alternatively please click the "apply now" link in confidence.Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.