Planner

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Planner to join a construction team delivering a major fit-out project within a university in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Planner with experience in…

Pay rate £350/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 7 September 2026

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About this job

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Planner to join a construction team delivering a major fit-out project within a university in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Planner with experience in construction, refurbishment, and fit-out projects to work on an ongoing temporary assignment.

The Role

As Planner, you will be responsible for supporting the project team with the planning and programming of works throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities will include:

* Producing and maintaining detailed construction programmes

* Monitoring project progress against planned programmes

* Identifying potential delays, risks, and opportunities

* Updating programmes and producing progress reports

* Working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and commercial teams

* Assisting with short-term and long-term planning

* Reviewing subcontractor programmes and progress

* Supporting the delivery of the project within agreed timescales

* Attending project and progress meetings

Requirements

The successful candidate will ideally have:

* Previous experience working as a Planner, Project Planner, Planning Engineer, or Construction Planner

* Experience within construction, refurbishment, or fit-out projects

* Strong programme management and project planning experience

* Experience using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project

* Excellent communication and organisational skills

* The ability to work independently and as part of a project team

Experience working on education, university, commercial, or large-scale refurbishment projects would be advantageous.

What We Offer

* Ongoing temporary work

* Competitive rates of pay

* Opportunity to work on a major university fit-out project

* Immediate start available for the right candidate

If you are an experienced Planner looking for your next opportunity in Birmingham, please apply now or get in touch for more information

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