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Trusted Talent Partner | Inclusive Hiring Advocate | 15+ Years in Strategic Recruitment and HRAre you an experienced Project Planner looking to join a rewarding team?

If you have a background in programming, planning reporting, feedback, and mitigation measures, this opportunity is for you!

You will be a key part of the team at the Centre of Excellence for Modern Construction, developing manufacture plans and schedules for high-profile projects.

The role involves developing and maintaining programmes, project control, accurate reporting, and forecasting. Reporting to the Project Planning Lead and Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for developing programmes from the concept stage, reviewing manufacture forecasts, and liaising directly with projects for progressing and forecasting updates.

What will the role look like?

Provide leadership for planning and coordination processes.

Implement and maintain the Factory Business Plan requirements.

Ensure programmes comply with project requirements.

Develop and agree on a logical sequence of events, adopting the most economical/advantageous manufacturing and construction strategy.

Analyze performance, advise the project team of impacts, and recommend improvements.

Communicate manufacturing strategies and improvements.

Coordinate all time-related information with stakeholders, partners, and supply chain.

Represent the project/business with all stakeholders.

Undertake additional responsibilities as required.

Develop and implement process improvements.

Engage proactively with other departments.

Develop knowledge of strategic planning and project/program management systems.

What skills and experience are we looking for?

Project/program controls

Project management systems and techniques

Contract planning

Pre-contract planning and work control

Proficiency in P6 and Asta Powerproject planning software

Qualifications

HNC / Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related sector

CIOB Membership

Experience in building relationships with clients'' representatives

Contribution to pre-contract planning, work-winning, and processes

We are open to candidates with transferable skills and a commitment to learning.

About UsWe are an international engineering and construction company delivering infrastructure and building projects in the UK, Middle East, and Australia. With over 150 years of experience, we prioritize certainty, reliability, and quality. We are committed to inclusive hiring and accessible recruitment processes. For accommodations or more information, contact resourcingteam@laingorourke.com.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Project Management and IT

Industries: Construction and Engineering Services

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