I am currently seeking a Senior/Lead Planner to join a Principal Contractor in their infrastructure division. You be working for one of the main players in the very busy Rail Sector.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The role of Senior/Lead Planner is to lead the preparation and maintenance of integrated and co-ordinated project programmes, enabling resource and material requirements to be forward planned to meet project deliverables, using P6 Project Planning software. The postholder will be expected to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of the delivery team and also deal with the client directly and professionally.
Reporting to the Planning Manager, the Senior/Lead Planner will be expected to work autonomously and independently, setting high personal standards and delivering reports in a timely and accurate manner to the project team and client alike. He/she will also be expected to manage/mentor less experienced staff within a dynamic project environment.
You will ideally have prior expertise in civil or rail systems as this particular project is multidisciplinary.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop comprehensive, logic linked, project programmes for projects incorporating resource loading/forecasting, materials planning, cost-loading and earned value forecasting and reporting.
- Continuously monitor the programmes prepared to accurately reflect progress and maintain accurate earned value and resource data for internal and external purposes.
- Identify critical paths and ensure action plans are developed and implemented to maximise project quality, cost and delivery objectives.
- Through accurate reporting on Work Package progress, co-ordinate all functional activity on the project and ensure that problems and bottlenecks are anticipated and resolved in a timely manner to prevent negative impact on the project.
- Provide regular reports and feedback to management on key issues and focus areas. This includes weekly dashboards, incorporating (but not limited to) Project Issues, Key Risks, Programme movement and recovery plans, Client Issues and Change.
- Lead the preparation of any high level strategic programmes as required for use when meeting the client and/or Internal Management (Plan on a Page).
- Through active dialogue with Work Package Managers and the Project Manager, ensure that the project programmes will deliver customer and contractual requirements to time and cost.
- Conduct regular project co-ordination meetings on the status of the project with specific reference to engineering activity, sourcing, quality, cost and delivery.
- Support the Planning Manager with business requests and auditing the programmes against the planning procedure / work instruction.
- Manage/mentor a small team (1-3 Planners/Assistant/Graduate Planners) to successfully deliver projects assigned to the team.
- Ensure all programmes under their control are updated and reviewed in line with the planning processes, including PMS updates.
- Ensure all reports from their planning team are produced to a high quality and to agreed deadlines. This role will be measured against the timeliness and accuracy of reporting.
- Undertake all staff management duties for their team, including undertaking relevant Performance Management and People Review activities.
- Travel when required to other sites across the country.
- Occasional weekend/bank holiday cover for any major commissionings.
- Comply with and undertake all relevant Environment, Health and Safety measures and activities.
Essential:
- Extensive experience in a project planning / scheduling role, including resource and cost-loading / forecasting.
- Extensive experience and expert knowledge of Primavera P6 Planning Software.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to communicate well and build relationships
- Ability to persuade and influence others.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Educated to at least A Level Standard.
- Knowledge and experience of working in a business process environment with an emphasis on project delivery (contractor side).
- Knowledge and experience of the Rail Industry.
- Understanding and experience of Earned Value Management.
Desirable:
- Educated to degree level.
- Knowledge and experience of Tunnelling, Heavy Eathworks and Bridges
- Demonstrable people management skills and experience.
- Expert knowledge of MS Excel.
- Extensive experience of Earned Value Management.
- Experience of Primavera Risk / Quantitive Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA).
Please contact Joe Moss if you would like to hear more information about this opportunity.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Advance TRS Construction are currently assisting a renowned specialist contractor and main contractor with their search for an experienced Project Quantity Surveyors to join their construction major projects division based in NW London.
As Project Quantity Surveyor your responsibilities will include;
- The company Health and Safety policy is complied with and promoted.
- The project commercial team is properly supervised and supported.
- Project commercial tasks and targets including the maximisation of profit and budgetary control are delivered.
- In the first instance company procedures and protocols are complied with by the project commercial team.
- The procurement of Sub-Contractors; Consultants and Supply packages are as far as possible within pre-agreed budgetary constraints.
- Work package tender returns are properly analysed, and pre-start meetings attended and detailed Order placement recommendations are submitted to the Senior and/or Managing Quantity Surveyor.
- Orders are placed with Sub-Contractors; Consultants and Suppliers in accordance with company procedures and contractual arrangements.
- Interim and final account applications from Sub-Contractors; Consultants and Suppliers are received and payments made in accordance with current legislation and company protocols;
- Subject to any approval requirements by the Senior and/or Senior Quantity Surveyor interim and final account applications for payment and retention release are submitted on behalf for the Company.
- Internal cost and value reconciliation reports are prepared for approval by the Senior and/or Managing Quantity Surveyor.
- Changes/variations are submitted and agreed with the Employer on a regular basis.
- Written instructions are received, or confirmation of verbal instructions issued.
- The Value Engineering process is properly managed.
- The Building Contract in the first instance is properly administered and the interests of the company in respect of extension of time and loss and/or expense entitlements protected and maintained.
- Sub-Contractor/Consultant/Supplier claims are in the first instance properly administered
- Subject to approval of the Managing and/or Senior Quantity Surveyor Sub-Contract; Consultant and Suppliers final accounts are properly administered in accordance with the commercial interests of the Company.
- Accurate and appropriate records are maintained.
- Take-offs, measurement, scheduling preparation of bills of quantities are properly carried out.
- Appropriate training and mentoring of the project commercial team takes place.
- Project level correspondence is instigated and responded to properly and in a professional manner.
- Appropriate attendance to project related meetings occurs
- Partial Possession notices are submitted where appropriate.
- Requests for Section and Practical Completion are submitted and records kept in support of application
- Attend design team meetings to ensure compliance with Contract and minimise unnecessary cost.
- Attend meetings reviewing matters such as Code for Sustainable Homes, BREEAM, planning to ensure Contract and cost is properly managed.
- In the absence of a Senior Quantity Surveyor carry out their role as adequately as possible and inform the Managing Surveyor and/or Head(s) of the Commercial Department of any duties you have difficulty with.
What we’re looking for:
- BSc in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management
- Commercially astute with substantially proven experience within a commercial role in the Construction Industry working for main contract or shell & core specialist subcontractor
- Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract (NEC & JCT) and Standard Methods of Measurement.
- Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint).
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving business with the value of adding your skills and expertise in commercial management project responsibilities, ensuring timely, safe and financially beneficial solutions to contract project delivery.
Don’t hesitate to contact us to gather more detailed information…
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Assistant Transport Planner | Permanent | Fareham
A highly successful specialist Transport Planning & Civil Engineering consultancy are looking to add an Assistant Transport Planner to their team due to an increasing workload. This is the perfect opportunity for somebody to join an ambitious company who are carving out an excellent reputation across the market.
Role and Responsibilities
- Produce Transport Assessments, Statements, Travel Plans, Technical Note and Access Appraisals
- Complete planning drawings such as Tracking Diagrams and Visibility Splays
- Attend public consultation events
- Attend client meetings, appeal meetings & Local Highway Authority meetings
Requirements
- Degree qualified in a relevant area (Civil Engineering, Transport Planning or Geography)
- Must have prior experience of Transport Planning
- Good knowledge of relevant design guidance and an awareness of relevant local planning policies
- Strong understanding of different modelling packages (Arcady, Picady, Transyt & LinSig etc)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft packages
For information about this position or any others within the Civil Engineering design market please contact Nicole on 07375053444
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
