Job Description
We are seeking an Assistant Planner to support the development, maintenance, and reporting of construction project programmes across a range of building and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will assist in producing, updating, and analysing project schedules using either Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject, ensuring accurate programme control and progress reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the creation, development, and maintenance of project programmes using Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject.
- Support programme updates through the collection and analysis of site progress information.
- Produce short-term and long-term look-ahead programmes.
- Identify programme risks, delays, and critical path impacts.
- Prepare progress reports, programme narratives, and earned value data where required.
- Liaise with project teams, subcontractors, and commercial teams to gather planning information.
- Support tender planning and pre-construction activities when required.
- Ensure programmes reflect contractual obligations, milestones, and project deliverables.
Requirements
- Experience using Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject within the construction, infrastructure, or engineering sectors.
- Understanding of construction sequencing, critical path analysis, and programme management principles.
- Strong analytical and organisational skills.
- Competent in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
- Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline preferred.
Desirable
- Exposure to NEC and/or JCT contracts.
- Experience supporting live construction projects.
- Knowledge of progress reporting and delay analysis techniques.