Strategic Planning Specialist

4 days ago


Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time
Job Description

Austin Fraser is seeking a highly experienced Commercial Planner to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a background in planning or construction project management, with a strong understanding of industry best practices and procedures.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement planning procedures to ensure best practice and robustness, including regional protocol for bid and construction stage planning, programme control, and reporting.
  • Provide planning support to all regional bids, managing the appraisal and review process to identify programme constraints, statutory and contractual obligations, analyse and manage programme risk, and develop efficient programme and logistics solutions in support of bid submissions.
  • Manage the transfer of programme intelligence from bid to contract stage, including programme assumptions, resource and output calculations, supply chain agreements, supporting logistics, time risk allowance, and opportunity.
Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

  • Experience in a planning role or significant experience in front-end construction project management.
  • Ability to operate at a strategic level, reviewing and developing procedures to reflect industry best practice.
  • Knowledge of design, procurement, and commercial processes, and the interdependencies and impact on planning and programming.
Package

The successful candidate can expect a salary of £55,000 - £75,000 per annum, plus a car allowance, bonus, salary review, healthcare, 6% pension, gym membership, and retail vouchers. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.



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