Trainee Construction Planner

Trainee Construction Planner focuses on leading the planning and programming function across multiple new build construction projects within the south west region.

What the role involves

• Leading the planning and programming function across multiple new build construction projects within the South West region.
• Maintain detailed project programmes from tender and pre-construction through live delivery to project completion.
• Manage design, procurement, construction, and commissioning programmes using Asta Powerproject.
• Monitoring project progress, identify risks, opportunities, and programme constraints, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, commercial teams, and subcontractors to ensure planning accuracy and alignment.
• Supporting bid and tender teams with programme input, sequencing, and methodology development Conduct regular site visits across Bristol, Cardiff, and Gloucester to review progress.

Skills and requirements

• Strong background in new build construction projects across sectors such as commercial, residential, education, healthcare, or mixed-use developments.
• Operate effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the South West region.
• £70-85,000 basis salary.

Confirmed role details

• This dynamic hybrid role offers the autonomy to manage your own diary while taking full responsibility for the planning function across multiple projects throughout Bristol, Cardif.
• Provide critical support to project teams to ensure programmes are robust, achievable, and aligned with business objectives.
• Working across a regional portfolio, you will drive programme strategy.