Job Specifications
Job Title: Construction Planner
Location: West Malling, Kent, UK
Overview
In a nutshell…
Our client is seeking a Construction Planner to join their team based in West Malling, Kent. This role will support the Construction Department and collaborate closely with internal departments such as Development, Technical, Finance, and Commercial. The position will involve contributing to all phases of one or more construction projects, offering key planning and logistical input.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive base salary and annual bonus
Company car, car allowance, or travel allowance
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Up to 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing to 39 with service
2 volunteering days per year
Private medical insurance (with employee-paid cover)
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Competitive pension via salary sacrifice
Life assurance at 4x annual salary
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal and a wide range of additional benefits
What we’re looking for…
Alignment with values such as Integrity, Caring, and Quality
Experience working with multiple external stakeholders or suppliers
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in IT software including MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Asta Powerproject
Ability to analyse data and present key insights, trends, and gap analysis
Prior experience in construction planning, preferably within the residential sector
Experience with forecasting and delivering against planned targets
Effective leadership and interpersonal skills
Proactive, strategic thinker with problem-solving ability
Able to work independently or collaboratively within a team
A self-motivated and driven individual
Preferably holds a BTEC, HND, NVQ, or degree in a built environment field such as Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architecture
Key Responsibilities
Support the development and implementation of a unified planning system
Prepare and revise construction and preconstruction programmes
Assist in producing construction logistics plans, visual time slices, and tender presentations
Contribute to the creation of 3D models and Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs)
Maintain and update project progress schedules and reports
Ensure accurate record-keeping and distribution of current project documentation
Collect feedback from sites to improve future programme accuracy
Conduct regular site visits to validate progress and enhance understanding of construction methods
About the Company
Our client is a well-established and respected developer with a strong commitment to building sustainable communities. Their values are built around integrity, care, and quality, which are reflected in their partnerships, operations, and workforce culture. With a diverse portfolio across private and affordable housing, they have earned recognition within the industry as a leading and responsible housebuilder.
About the Company
Construction Resources is a specialist recruitment business based in the UK and experts in recruiting qualified and professional people in the Construction and Property sectors. We recruit all Operational and Commercial appointments and offer permanent recruitment solutions in the private and public sectors.
To maintain outstanding client and candidate relationships and always uphold the values of passion, integrity, excellence and value, that underpin the experience for both customers of our business.
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