Construction Planner
Construction Planner
Location: City of London
Sector: High-End Residential Development
Industry: Building and Construction
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum + Package
Overview
Our client is a leading residential developer delivering high-quality new build developments across London and the South East.
The Role
The Planner will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring detailed construction programmes from pre-construction through to completion.
Working closely with project managers, commercial teams, technical staff, subcontractors, and site teams, you will ensure programmes remain accurate, achievable, and aligned with project milestones.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Development
Develop programmes from first principles
Define critical path activities, milestones, and sequencing
Ensure programmes meet contractual requirements
Progress Monitoring
Update live project programmes through regular site visits
Monitor progress against programme
Integrate subcontractor programmes into the master programme
Produce weekly progress reports and planning updates
Coordination & Communication
Liaise with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, and site management
Review subcontractor programmes for accuracy and compliance
Attend planning meetings, progress reviews, and client meetings
Present programme updates to internal and external stakeholders
Risk Management
Identify programme risks and delays
Develop mitigation and recovery plans
Monitor critical path activities
Support project teams with programme-related decisions
Requirements
Experience on new build residential developments (essential)
Strong knowledge of construction sequencing and project lifecycles
Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
Excellent communication and organisational skills
High-end residential experience
Site-based planning experience
Experience working for a developer or main contractor
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing residential developer delivering prestigious projects across London.
You'll work on high-quality developments within a collaborative team, with excellent long-term career progression opportunities.
Benefits
Travel allowance
Bonus scheme
Pension contribution
Professional development and training
Permanent, full-time position
Collaborative working environment