Senior Planner

Location: Erlestoke

About this Role:

Experienced Senior Planner required to work with the Berkshire based regional office of this leading Tier 1 main contracting group on a £120m new build project near Devizes in Wiltshire. This project is now live on site in early enabling works stages with main works commencing imminently in February for a 100 week programme leading to handover in November 2027. The project is a large new build MoJ scheme to construct 3 new house blocks for the existing prison plus ancillary buildings and security upgrades.

The blocks will be built using extensively precast concrete structures and also prefabricated MEP elements carefully sequenced across the site with complicated logistics. This is an NEC3 form of contract so planning intense in terms of reporting, managing change, etc so will be a 4-5 days on site role working very closely with the construction team throughout. This role would suit an effective and ambitious planner with a proven track record of experience working for a Tier 1 main contractor on a large project.

Previous experience of an MoJ scheme, working with precast concrete construction and an NEC3 form would all be useful, but not essential. Working with the Project Teas throughout the construction phase, you will undertake regular progress checks, report on progress against programme, assist with variations / EWNs/CPs as required, undertake detailed planning of high risk activities, etc.

About the Company:

The role is with the Berkshire based office of this leading Tier 1 main contracting group, The diverse scope of works for this contractor includes MoJ, secondary schools on the DfE framework, further education university faculty buildings, high end retirement living, leisure centres, blue light, commercial offices plus laboratories and scientific facilities. Geographical patch covers the Hampshire, Berkshire, Wiltshire, Surrey. Requirements including certificates and qualifications:
Ideally from an Engineering, Site Management/ operational background originally with a main contractor before moving into the Planning role, you will possess excellent communication skills, planning and problem-solving ability, technical knowledge, attention to detail, with a positive, 'get it right first time' approach.

Experience of and ability to use ASTA Power project proficiently is essential, plus the ability to effectively produce fully logic linked programs for construction projects is essential. You will possess sound technical knowledge together with the experience of working with a large project main contractor construction team. High standards, attention to detail and the drive to deliver the job on time, spec and budget will be well rewarded with excellent salary and package, promotional and development prospects.

For more information on this contract please contact Martin Olney or send your CV to