4D Planner

Our Infrastructure team are currently looking for a 4D Planner/Visualiser to work on our 17 year Sellafield Framework. We would also consider someone from an Engineering background looking to move into this position.

Why join us?

In the 155 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams.

Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The 4D Visualiser/Planner 

The role of a 4D Construction Specialist at Sir Robert McAlpine is to; 

• Assist development, verification and updating of construction sequence, logistics and timings via the use of 4D or similar techniques.
• Overlay the 'planned' position with the 'actual' position at defined intervals.  
• Produce images and animations to clearly illustrate and communicate the above (e.g. logistics/access routes, laydown areas, planned v actual progress, routes of MEP service circuits) in clear and appealing ways to various team members.
• In addition to having the required technical knowledge and software expertise, such as programme validation, they must be experienced in handling other activities, these include presenting, training and problem solving to motivate and encourage our staff and consultants to use the benefits of 4D effectively in their roles.  
• You will champion the business philosophy by behaving in line with our values and collaborating with all internal departments to ensure alignment to the business mandated Digital Construction strategy. 

Your profile

• Understanding of engineering and/or construction environment working on complex major projects.  
• Comprehensive knowledge of planning techniques and how they link with construction methodology and logistics.
• High level of CAD modelling experience in AutoCAD / Revit / 3DS Max or similar software.
• Confident in delivering Synchro Open Viewer training and presentations to teams to promote the use of 4D.
• Highly organised, being an initiator in taking responsibility.
• Must have skills in setting priorities and managing work pressures.
• Excellent communications skills, including visually, written and verbally.
• Flexible working attitude, with a can-do team player approach.
• HND / Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or suitable alternative.
• Expert knowledge of the relevant modelling tools.
• Construction Technical Knowledge
• Temporary works – a working knowledge and the ability to represent during model production.  
• Methodology and buildability – a working knowledge of the different methods of construction.  

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.