Programme Planner

• Build, manage and maintain detailed pre and construction programme(s) for delivery, monitoring progress and ensuring projects are on track to achieving key milestones and THP.
• Submit fortnightly programme updates into the Operations and Commercial managers in line with relevant contractual requirements
• Inputting risk/delays into the schedule, assessing the impact and reporting into the project team
• Capture any early warnings, compensation events or project management instructions into the project schedule.
• Liaise and visit operations teams on site to understand the resource profile & productivity assumptions ensuring the schedule is up to date with the latest information
• Understand the critical path of the programme and work with the wider team when slippage is identified to mitigate
• Work closely with the relevant quantity surveyor / commercial team to ensure they are aligned with the programme for commercial forecasting
• Own, update and drive resolution of the Risk & Issue log(s)
• Build strong Client relationships, representing the UL brand
• Find efficiencies and improvements in internal and external processes.
• Input data into internal and client systems where required to ensure alignment
• Any other duties as assigned

• Compliance with minimum and mandatory UL SHEQ standards
• Set a good example to others by working safely
• Take reasonable care of yourself and any other person who may be affected by your actions and omissions
• Adopt a positive attitude, cooperate and assist the company in all aspects of Health, Safety and the Environment
• Ensure team understands all relevant health and safety policies and arrangements based upon the policies and implement this way of working within the team.

• Organised
• Time management / ability to work to deadlines
• Attention to detail
• A strong understanding of contracts and SLAs
• Good problem solving and negotiation skills
• People-management skills including performance management
• Problem-Solving skills
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Ability to develop, establish and maintain customer and internal relationships
• Ability to drive results through planning the delivery of the project within the project timescales, making decisions and providing solutions.

• Microsoft Project experience is essential within this field
• Bid / Tendering knowledge
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel to sites across the region
• Good level of IT skills including excel, and other Microsoft packages
• Proven experience of a similar planner role in the construction industry.
• Strong data interrogation skills
• Leadership experience and ability to influence
• Adept at manipulating client tools/reports on a regular basis
• Professional qualification / membership in construction i.e. Degree in related subject preferred but not essential
• CSCS card
• Ability to prioritise workload, multi-task and work under tight time pressures
• Excellent communication skills
• High focus and attention to detail
• Logical mind

• Must be highly computer literate including Microsoft Office and confident in managing and working with large data sets
• This job is a full-time permanent role, 8am-5pm Monday to Friday from our Walsall Office but requires travel to and from our regional sites so willingness to travel is essential
• Opportunity to spend time in and working closely with other departments will be provided to ensure the successful applicant gains a wide depth and breadth of experience and understanding of the company and industry

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company’s growth
• Chance to work with one of fastest growing organisations in this sector

United Infrastructure