Planner/Programmer

Planner/Programmer required for a Major Project based in Belfast

Your new company
An award-winning Top Tier MEP Contractor, experiencing continuous growth and an enviable client base throughout the UK&I, is seeking a Planner/Programmer for a multi-million pound major project in Belfast.

Your new role
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating project programmes, ensuring timely delivery and efficient resource allocation. This role involves working closely with both office-based and site-based staff, contractors, and suppliers to ensure consistency and alignment across all phases of MEP projects.

• Develop, maintain, and review project programmes at both pre-contract and post-contract stages.
• Generate progress reports and update project schedules and forecasts using software like Microsoft Project or Asta.
• Utilise project management tools to effectively plan and manage project timeframes.
• Collaborate with Estimators to determine the resources needed for projects.
• Create contingency plans to address potential changes in project timelines.
• Meet with contractors and suppliers to discuss and review programme-related issues.
• Coordinate between office and site teams to ensure consistency in programmes and sequencing.
• Develop procurement and design programmes that align with agreed construction timelines.
• Conduct critical reviews of programmes for Extension of Time (EOT) requests, identifying delays, hold-ups, and additional work.
• Maintain a basic understanding of EOT/Compensation Events requirements to ensure accurate programme adjustments.

What you'll need to succeed

• Approximately 5 years of planning experience.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in using planning software such as Asta and Microsoft Project.
• Analytical thinking with a focus on problem-solving.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Persistence, determination, and a results-driven mindset.
• Possession of a valid UK driving licence.

Desirable Requirements:

• Knowledge of building services and their sequencing.
  
  

What you'll get in return
This is a superb opportunity to join one of the most prominent Northern Irish M&E Contractors and be involved in a major Belfast project for a minimum of 6 years. You will be part of an award-winning company, known for its continuous growth and enviable client base throughout the UK&I. This contractor is dedicated to your career progression, helping you maximise your potential, as proven by their extremely high staff retention.
In return, the company offers a highly attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience, private healthcare, flexible working pattern helping you achieve a positive work life balance and fantastic training both in-house and outsourced.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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