Construction Planner

We are recruiting on behalf of our client who is looking for an experience Construction Planner. This position is site-based in central London and requires availability 5 days a week.

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  Develop detailed construction schedules using software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar tools.
  
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  Coordinate with project teams to gather input on task durations, dependencies, and resource needs.
  
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  Monitor and update project schedules regularly to reflect progress and any changes.
  
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  Conduct critical path and risk analysis to identify potential delays or issues.
  
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  Support project teams with short-term lookahead plans and schedule reports.
  
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  Participate in planning meetings and site visits to ensure schedules align with real-world conditions.
  
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  Integrate procurement, permitting, and subcontractor schedules into the overall project timeline.
  
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  Provide accurate progress tracking, performance measurement, and reporting to stakeholders.
  
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  Identify and mitigate schedule-related risks and suggest corrective actions.
  
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  Ensure compliance with client requirements, contractual obligations, and company policies.
  

Qualifications:

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  Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
  
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  Proven experience (3+ years) in construction planning or project scheduling.
  
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  Strong proficiency in scheduling software such as Asta Powerproject.
  
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  Understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and industry best practices.
  
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  Strong knowledge of critical path method (CPM) scheduling.
  
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  Familiarity with earned value management (EVM) and performance metrics.
  

Skills and Competencies:

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  Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
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  Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
  
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  Clear and effective communication skills.
  
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  Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  
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  Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to risk management.
  
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  Strong technical skills with Microsoft Office and project management tools.
  
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  A minimum of 5/6 years of experience working on high end fit out projects
  
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  Solid understanding and hands on experience in preparing and issuing notices and claims