Construction Planner

We are recruiting on behalf of our client who is looking for an experience Construction Planner. This position is site-based in central London and requires availability 5 days a week. 

Must have experience in High residential refurbishment and project management.

• Develop detailed construction schedules using software such as ASTA***

• Coordinate with project teams to gather input on task durations, dependencies, and resource needs.

• Monitor and update project schedules regularly to reflect progress and any changes.

• Conduct critical path and risk analysis to identify potential delays or issues.

• Support project teams with short-term lookahead plans and schedule reports.

• Participate in planning meetings and site visits to ensure schedules align with real-world conditions.

• Integrate procurement, permitting, and subcontractor schedules into the overall project timeline.

• Provide accurate progress tracking, performance measurement, and reporting to stakeholders.

• Identify and mitigate schedule-related risks and suggest corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with client requirements, contractual obligations, and company policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

• Proven experience (3+ years) in construction planning or project scheduling.

•  Strong proficiency in scheduling software such as Asta Powerproject.

• Understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and industry best practices.

• Strong knowledge of critical path method (CPM) scheduling.

• Familiarity with earned value management (EVM) and performance metrics.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

• Clear and effective communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to risk management.

• Strong technical skills with Microsoft Office and project management tools.

• A minimum of 5/6 years of experience working on high end fit out projects

• Solid understanding and hands on experience in preparing and issuing notices and claims