We now have an exciting opportunity for a Regional Planner for our Northern Region.

The main purpose of this role is to be responsible for ensuring that project programmes are current, consistent and accurate by regular interface with the project site management and relevant Regional management team. This role will be based out of the Chesterfield office with some hybrid home working.

Main duties for the Regional Planner will include:

• At least monthly, forensically review each project programmes, ensuring change is being captured and appropriately recorded.
• Proficient use of planning software, preferably Microsoft Project and or ASTA.
• Ensure that programmes are regularly updated to meet contractual requirements, As Built Records, and progress. Review two-weekly look-ahead programmes.
• Review site records including contractual notices and communication in relation to programme matters. Ensure programme submission and acceptance is contractually compliant.
• Review Project Change register in parallel with the works delivered and the contract.
• Review the Project Risk & Opportunities Register.
• Review / facilitate entitlement not previously captured by the site team.
• Assist the site team to contractually protect programme entitlement and facilitate EOT claims.
• Provide advice and assistance on planning, programming, methods of construction and solutions to engineering problems.
• Support the Regional Manager/Director in the strategic development of processes and systems as required.
• When required provide direction and planning support to the pre-contract tender team, finding solutions to engineering problems and planning bid winning methods of construction, programming and bid writing.
• Mentoring team members wishing to progress.

Are you the person we are looking for?

We’re looking for an experienced Regional Planner with a strong background in planning and delivering civil engineering projects. You will have practical site experience, enabling you to work closely with site teams and understand the challenges of construction delivery.

You will ideally have:

Experience in planning and managing civil engineering projects, preferably in environmental, water or flood management.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Project and/or Asta planning software.

A sound understanding of the NEC suite of contracts.

Experience reviewing programmes, managing changes and supporting contractual claims.

Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with site teams and management.

A full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK.

We’re looking for someone who can combine strong planning skills with real site experience to help deliver projects successfully, manage programme risks and support our regional teams.

Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities:

 We don’t just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer:

• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
• 25 days holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar
• Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
• A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
• ‘The Great Escape’ – leaving work early every Friday!

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments.

 Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.