Senior Planner

Summary

Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality integrity and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our North West team due to a strong pipeline of exciting new projects across the region.

Working across both pre-construction and live projects youll play a key role in developing robust construction programmes supporting successful tender submissions and ensuring projects are delivered safely efficiently and on programme. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative business where youll work alongside experienced operational commercial and pre-construction teams on a diverse portfolio of high-quality projects.

What Youll Do

Pre-Construction

Develop tender programmes methodologies and logistics plans for a wide range of construction projects.

Produce critical path programmes using Asta Powerproject and ensure programmes remain competitive achievable and aligned with project requirements.

Prepare method statements site logistics plans and Health & Safety documentation to support tender submissions.

Collaborate with estimators bid teams supply chain partners and consultants to develop robust delivery strategies.

Prepare preliminaries information temporary works requirements and procurement schedules.

Challenge supply chain programmes and identify opportunities to improve programme efficiency whilst managing project risk.

Support tender settlements by presenting planning assumptions and key programme considerations.

Construction Phase

Develop and maintain contract target and short-term programmes throughout project delivery.

Monitor project progress identify risks and delays and provide programme updates to operational and commercial teams.

Attend project and client meetings to review programme performance and provide planning advice.

Support project teams in identifying opportunities to improve programme certainty and mitigate risk.

Record and analyse programme events for potential entitlement claims.

Provide planning expertise throughout the project lifecycle ensuring programmes accurately reflect progress and forecast completion.

Support the development of planning standards systems and modern methods of construction across the business.

Provide guidance and training to operational teams in the effective use of planning software and programme management techniques.

What Were Looking For

Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within a main contractor environment.

Experience producing and managing programmes across both pre-construction and live construction projects.

Strong understanding of construction sequencing logistics planning and critical path programming.

Experience producing logic-linked programmes outline method statements and logistics plans.

Commercial awareness with an understanding of programme risk delay analysis and compensation events.

Knowledge of modern methods of construction and Lean Construction principles.

Strong understanding of construction methods plant labour and resource planning.

Experience using Asta Powerproject together with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint.

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification within Construction Management Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

Skills and Experience

Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within a main contractor environment.

Experience producing and managing programmes across both pre-construction and live construction projects.

Strong understanding of construction sequencing logistics planning and critical path programming.

Experience producing logic-linked programmes outline method statements and logistics plans.

Commercial awareness with an understanding of programme risk delay analysis and compensation events.

Knowledge of modern methods of construction and Lean Construction principles.

Strong understanding of construction methods plant labour and resource planning.

Experience using Asta Powerproject together with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint.

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification within Construction Management Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

Personal Attributes

Excellent planning and organisational skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Able to work collaboratively across operational commercial and pre-construction teams.

Comfortable managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.

Proactive with excellent attention to detail.

Client-focused with the ability to build strong working relationships.

Able to make sound decisions and work independently when required.

Why Join Caddick Construction

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.

Career Growth:
As part of a growing organisation youll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

A People-Centred Approach:
We prioritise collaboration integrity and long-term partnerships making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Caddick Construction is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Caddick Construction is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Caddick Group Benefits

Health and Wellbeing:
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions.

Birthday Day Off:
A discretionary day off to celebrate your birthday.

Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme:
Purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.

Caddick Hub:
Exclusive discounts on groceries holidays technology and entertainment.

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave:
Enhanced maternity paternity and parental leave.

Ride to Work Scheme:
Tax and NI savings of up to 47% on cycles and accessories.

Pension:
5% employer pension contribution.

Continuous Professional Development:
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Private Healthcare & Medicash:
Private healthcare scheme (benefit in kind).

Life Assurance:
Death-in-service cover of up to 4x salary valid up to age 70.

Required Experience:

Senior IC