Tender Planner

Tender Planner

Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Tender Planner to join our dynamic team. You will play a pivotal role in both tendering and pre-construction phases across various projects, including civil, utilities, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop winning work program strategies for tenders, collaborating with the pre-construction team to assess risks and opportunities.
• Foster collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Lead and mentor the Tender Planning Team, contributing to their growth and development.
• Spearhead an efficient planning and programming service for pre-contract and project teams, ensuring consistency across the divisions.
• Lead and present project schedules (both internal and client-facing) for tenders and live projects.
• Ensure program compliance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Collaborate with operational teams to define construction outputs, methods, sequencing, and commissioning processes.
• Prepare and document planning deliverables: programs, planning philosophies, presentations, and reports.
• Demonstrate adherence to core values in all your work and interactions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in engineering/construction or equivalent experience.
• Operational experience (site engineer/agent) and significant planning experience in medium-to-large UK construction projects.
• Tender planning experience is a plus.

Essential & Desirable Skills:

• Proficiency in planning and scheduling software: Primavera P6, Asta, or MS Project.
• Excellent communication, commercial awareness, and financial acumen.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of the design process, procurement routes, and general construction practices.
• Familiarity with performance measurement techniques like critical path/progress analysis.

Benefits of joining:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Chance to play a key role in the company's growth and success

If you are a passionate and experienced planner looking to make a real difference, we encourage you to apply!