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Job Opportunity: Senior Planner - Construction
Location: Midlands
Sector: Main Contractor - Construction Projects
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable (dependent on experience)
We are working with a leading Tier 1 main contractor to recruit a Senior Planner to join their growing construction team. This role offers the chance to play a key part in the successful delivery of major projects across the Midlands. The head office is based in the East Midlands but areas covered will be across both East and West Midlands.
Role Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage robust construction programmes from pre-construction through to project handover
- Collaborate with bid, design, and site teams to ensure accurate planning and smooth delivery
- Attend site visits and client meetings, providing strategic planning input
- Identify programme risks and work with project teams to implement mitigation strategies
- Use industry-standard planning tools (Asta Powerproject, MS Project) for programme creation, reporting, and analysis
Requirements:
- Demonstrable experience in a Senior Planner or Planner role within a Tier 1 main contractor
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing
- Proficient in planning software (Asta Powerproject essential)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Flexible and willing to travel to sites across the West Midlands
This is an exciting opportunity to join a prestigious contractor delivering complex, high-value projects across the region. In return, you'll receive a competitive salary, excellent team culture, and opportunities for long-term progression.
Interested? Apply now with your CV or reach out for a confidential chat.
Linsco is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
