Job DescriptionSenior PlannerGalldris GroupLocation: Framlingham, SuffolkAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Planner to join our Suffolk team. To be considered, you will come from a Civil Engineering or Construction background.The Senior Planner will manage the Planning and Programming function in selected key bids in Tender, Preconstruction and concluding in Construction, liaising internally with the Galldris team, and externally with the Client, Consultants, and other Key Stakeholders to ultimately produce and manage well-considered, professional and accurate plans and programmes.Key Accountabilities

to include but not limited to:As the Senior Planner you will proactively lead the planning function on selected projects producing well-considered, professional, and achievable methodologies and programmes for both Pre-Construction and Construction activities.Collaboratively create, maintain, review, and administer construction schedules and planning deliverables including planning philosophy, presentations and reports. As the Senior Planner you will provide technical assistance with planning and zoning activities, identifying planning scope, major constraints, and contract requirements along with identifying major quantities and factors affecting the programme collaboratively with the team and supply chain.You will establish the critical path of the programme. Review and analyse the critical path with the wider team as necessary. Communicate effectively with key members of the team throughout the bid, tender, pre-construction and construction phases, seeking advice where appropriate.Applying resource and resource levelling techniques as necessaryPresent the project programme and sequence in detail or high level as appropriateUnderstand and implement the requirements of the building contract(s) about submitting initial and updated programmesWhere necessary, provide periodic programme updates with appropriate supporting information to assist the delivery team in reportingLiaise with Third Parties critical to the planning process (including but not limited to Statutory Authorities, Utility Providers, Planning Authorities other Design Consultants) and ensure their requirements and contributions are understood and communicated in the programmeIn addition to the above, at the Contract stage the Senior Planner is accountable to the Head of Planning / Project Lead for:Implementing and monitoring the overall planning strategy and the timing and sequence of the Contract Programme activitiesIdentify and alert the wider team on any issues affecting the project programme deliveryThe issue and communication of the Contract Programme to the Project Lead for the onward issue to Client and Project Team, including periodic progress reportingEnsuring that all other project planning and programming necessary for the execution of the contract is properly undertakenProvide timely and accurate reports explaining the progress of work and critical issues in the design period, with a clear plan of actionThinks commercially, and focuses on activities that will deliver real value for the projectsUndertake other duties commensurate with the level of this positionComply with Company policies and proceduresExperience/Knowledge:Operational experience (site engineer/site agent) together with previous experience in planning Civil / Infrastructure / Structure projects. Proficiency in the use of planning techniques and the required planning toolsets.An understanding of:Forms of tender documents, contract documents and specificationsMethods of planning, programming, and progress monitoringRisk and opportunity management with particular reference to planning programmingEvents that initiate, and of the methods used to demonstrate, delay or change entitlementRisk and opportunity management with particular reference to

planning/programmingAn understanding of the construction market, methods of construction, plant, equipment, and labour requirementsIn-depth understanding of the Planning requirements of the JCT and NEC forms of ContractCivils, Groundworks, StructuresSkills:IT literate - Planning and Programming Software Proficient in the use of P6 and Asta PowerprojectExcellent communication skills both verbal and writtenAbility to deal with clients and internal staffAbility to work on own initiativeMeticulous, organised, proactive with a positive attitude and willingness to learnSelf-motivated and enthusiasticExcellent organisational and planning skillsQualifications:Relevant experience in the construction industryRecognised Construction or technical discipline qualificationsInterested applicants must be eligible to work legally in the UK.Should you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role then we would love to hear from you.Employee referral scheme - refer a friend or family member to work for Galldris.Galldris is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate against any protected characteristic.Please note: We are not using recruitment agencies for this role. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable.

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