Planner

Are you looking for an excitingchallenge? Do you have proven experience as a Project Planner with a background of working across a portfolio of varied projects? If so, we have a great opportunity for you to join our YTL Construction UK team as a Planner, responsible for developing & maintaining accurate programmes to help Project Managers lead the delivery of major projects, focusing on sewer networks, storm overflows and water supply. What you'll do Reporting to the Planning Manager (Networks), you will join a growing team of Planners, helping to deliver a variety of projects focusing on key deliverables. Day-to-day, you'll work directly with Project Managers, Designers and Support teams, as well as liaising with internal and external construction teams. Responsibilities will include: collaborating with the various teams involved in project delivery developing, reviewing and progressing multiple project programmes leading discussions on working to agreed programme durations proactively assessing programme risk to delivery reviewing and/or integrating sub-contract, supplier and third-party programmes for acceptance by the Project Manager preparing various reports and lookaheads at the project & programme level. The role involves visiting sites and offices around the Wessex Water region, with the opportunity of some home working where possible. What you'll need As a knowledgeable and independent Planner, you’ll have a fluent understanding of project management and delivery. Above all, the role requires a results-focused team player with a can-do attitude and a keen eye for detail. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate their ability to drive projects through to completion and successful delivery. You must have experience in: using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project (advanced level) assessing contract programmes in line with NEC requirements working on complex engineering projects. Ideally, you will have knowledge of, or relevant transferable experience in: water supply and wastewater networks civil, mechanical and electrical (M&E) design and construction third-party and environmental project requirements balancing the demands of working on a portfolio of projects. You will be adaptable in your approach and will be encouraged to have a voice and influence change, contributing to the successful delivery of projects. We cover a wide geographical area, so you will be required to hold a valid driving licence and have access to your own vehicle. Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to attend meetings at various sites and offices around the region. Business expenses will be reimbursed. What you'll receive A combined pension contribution of up to 20%. Career progression and professional development opportunities. 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service. The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year. The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions). A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs. Life assurance of up to eight times your salary. The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions). Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers. One paid volunteering day each year. Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements. Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform. Support from trained mental health first aiders. A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us. Who we are YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include: Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors YTL Arena – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses. Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group. We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team. #J-18808-Ljbffr