MEP Project Planner

Your new company
A long-established and highly successful building services contractor is seeking a Project Planner to join their growing team in Banbridge.

With a strong reputation across the UK and Ireland, the business delivers complex MEP projects across sectors including healthcare, commercial, residential, education, industrial and data centres.

Due to continued growth and a healthy order book, they are looking to appoint a planner to support projects from tender stage through to completion.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planner to join a market-leading contractor and play a key role in the successful delivery of major construction projects.

Your new role
Reporting to the Head of Planning, you will be responsible for developing, managing and monitoring project programmes across a range of construction and building services projects.

Key duties will include:

Producing detailed project programmes using Asta Power Project
Developing construction, procurement, manufacturing, installation and commissioning schedules
Reviewing drawings, specifications and project information to develop logical project sequences
Preparing procurement and information release schedules
Supporting tender submissions with planning, logistics and methodology information
Monitoring project progress against programme milestones
Identifying programme risks, delays and recovery opportunities
Carrying out programme analysis and "what if" scenario planning
Supporting extension of time and delay analysis processes where required
Maintaining programme revisions and change control records
Conducting regular site visits to review progress and engage with project teams
Working closely with operational, commercial and design teams throughout project delivery
Reviewing and challenging contractor and subcontractor programmes where necessary

What you'll need to succeed

Minimum 3 years' experience in a planning role within construction, engineering or MEP projects
Experience producing and managing project programmes throughout the project lifecycle
Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project sequencing
Proficiency in Asta Power Project
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational and analytical abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment Desirable

Experience with in MEP/building services projects
Knowledge of commissioning and installation programmes

Experience of delay analysis and extension of time claims
Experience using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project What you'll get in return
This is an opportunity to join one of Northern Ireland's leading MEP contractors, working on high-profile projects across the UK and Ireland. With a strong track record of promoting from within and investing in its people, the company offers excellent long-term career prospects for ambitious planners looking to progress their career.

Competitive salary package
30 days annual leave including public holidays
Company pension scheme
Healthcare cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme
Life assurance cover
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Professional memberships paid
Ongoing training and career development
On-site gym and free parking

What you need to do now
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