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Senior Construction Planner

Our client is a leading construction firm specialising in residential, commercial, industrial projects and they are looking to recruit a Senior Construction Planner in the West Midlands.

The Senior Planner will play a crucial role in project planning and scheduling, ensuring the successful execution of construction projects from inception to completion. Your programming expertise and knowledge will play a critical part in proactively advising the construction and tender management team.

The Senior Construction Planner will have extensive experience in construction planning, scheduling, and project management, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Experience of Education, Commercial builds and fast paced Industrial builds is essential.

Senior Construction Planner Responsibilities:

* Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

* Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and subcontractors to develop comprehensive project plans and schedules.

* Conduct thorough analysis of project requirements, constraints, and risks to identify critical path activities and mitigate potential delays.

* Monitor project progress and performance against established schedules, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions as necessary.

* Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve scheduling conflicts, optimize resource allocation, and ensure efficient utilization of resources.

* Provide regular updates and reports on project status, including progress against milestones, upcoming tasks, and potential risks.

* Lead planning meetings and reviews to communicate project schedules, objectives, and requirements to project teams and stakeholders.

* Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and technologies related to construction planning and scheduling, incorporating innovative approaches into project plans.

Senior Construction Planner Requirements:

* Degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.

* Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction planning, scheduling, and project management, ideally with a focus on Education, residential, commercial or industrial.

* Proficiency in construction scheduling software such as ASTA, Microsoft Project, or similar tools.

* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex project requirements and develop detailed schedules.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate and mitigate project risks and constraints.

Senior Construction Planner Benefits:

* Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

* Comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance, 24 days holiday plus bank Holidayand company bonus scheme.

* Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.

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