Planner, Construction, Civil Engineering

Planner

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully.

Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators.

In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.

Planning is seen, both internally and externally, as an integral part of the business, driving the smooth completion of work in the field and consistently providing excellent customer service, collaboration, accountability, leadership and a multiskilled workforce.

Position:
Planner (Minor Civils Department)

Location:

Crawley Depot (West Sussex)

Job Type: permanent, full time

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours (start times to be discussed at interview)

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Benefits: 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays), plus your birthday off; health cash plan; onsite parking; free access to wellbeing support; auto enrolment pension scheme; enhanced maternity and paternity, retention loyalty scheme based on length of service, friendly working environment.

About the role:

Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Southern Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to waste-water network and drainage problems.

• Project Planning & Development:
  • Ensure that the plans are kept up to date throughout the project lifecycle, including modifications and changes as the project progresses.
• Coordination & Scheduling:
  • Work in close collaboration with supervisors, site teams, subcontractors, and contractors to create accurate, realistic schedules and timelines for manhole cover and frame works.
  • Ensure that schedules are regularly reviewed, updated, and communicated to all stakeholders to ensure alignment and to proactively identify potential risks or delays.
  • Manage the allocation of resources and the scheduling of works to optimise efficiencies and ensure that all tasks are completed on time.
• Material, Resource, and Equipment Management:
  • Coordinate with supervisors to ensure the correct equipment is obtained for each work order.
  • Manage site logistics to ensure that all necessary resources are available on-site for the smooth execution of works, avoiding any disruptions to the project schedule.
• Project Tracking & Reporting:
  • Utilise planning software such as Big Change, or similar tools to track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring that the project progresses according to plan.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of schedules, including any changes, delays, or adjustments, and ensure all stakeholders are informed of progress.
• Stakeholder Communication &
  
  Collaboration:
  • Act as the central point of contact for stakeholders involved in the manhole cover and frame works, including clients, subcontractors, engineers, and customers.
  • Attend regular planning meetings with project teams, clients, and contractors to review progress, discuss issues, and ensure effective communication between all parties.
  • Maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and transparent working environment.
• Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance:
  • Ensure that all planning and project activities for manhole cover works meet required safety standards and environmental regulations.
  • Collaborate with the management team to identify potential risks and hazards and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure all works comply with…