Graduate Planner

**About The Role**

**Graduate Planner - Permanent Opportunity**

**DIVISION: Build**

**LOCATION: Helensburgh, Scotland**

**REPORTING TO: Planning Manager**

**Benefits: Car Allowance, Subsidised Private Medical Cover, Life Assurance Scheme, Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)**

Strong communication and organisational skills are crucial as we strive to maintain our high standards and drive project success. If you're a forward-thinking problem solver seeking to make a significant impact in a supportive and dynamic environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity further.

This role requires **security clearance**, which we can facilitate if necessary.

GRAHAM is a large independently owned Tier 1 Building contractor, working for clients across all sectors to build exciting, innovative, and functional buildings across the UK. Our culture is one of exceeding expectations, attracting the right talent, and fostering a friendly, sociable, and flexible team environment where all employees feel valued.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist in the planning and scheduling of construction projects from tender to contract closeout.
- Support the preparation of project schedules using project management software. (Asta)
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure effective communication of planning strategies.
- Contribute to the preparation and presentation of reports on project progress.
- Participate in site visits and inspections to monitor progress and ensure compliance with project plans.
- Assist in liaising with clients, designers, subcontractors, and suppliers regarding planning and programming matters.
- Assist Planner(s) in analysing tender information and preparing tender programmes.
- Support Planner(s) in the development of master programmes.
- Assist in the analysis and support of labour resource and plant requirements.
- Assist Planner(s) in the preparation of preliminary schedules.
- Assist in the preparation of procurement and information schedules.
- Support 4D Planning by linking 3D models to programmes, including progress tracking.
- Assist Planner(s) in assessing project progress.
- Aid in the production of graphical presentations using CAD and other tools.
- Coordinate and support the distribution of programmes.
- Contribute to the smooth operation of the planning department.

**Essential Criteria**:

- Recent degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of project management principles and construction methods.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and build positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and learning.
- You must be a UK National to be eligible for this role, as per client requirements.
- Security Clearance (SC) will be required, which GRAHAM will facilitate

**Desirable Criteria**:

- Internship or work experience in construction or project management.
- Familiarity with Asta Power Project or similar project management software.
- Knowledge of construction site safety protocols.
- Experience in conducting site visits and inspections.
- Basic understanding of contract terms and conditions.
- Interest in process improvement and the ability to suggest and implement enhancements to planning and scheduling processes.

**Personal Specification**:
Technical and Behavioural Competencies:

- Project Scheduling: Basic understanding of project scheduling and the willingness to learn project management software.
- Risk Management: Basic understanding of risk management principles.
- Construction Methods: Familiarity with construction methods and techniques.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Construction Software: Willingness to learn construction management software.
- Contract Management: Basic understanding of contract terms and conditions.
- Site Inspection: Willingness to conduct site visits and inspections.
- Team Ethos: Ability to work as part of a team.
- Stakeholder Relations: Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Continuous Improvement: Commitment to process improvement and learning
- Construction Knowledge: Basic knowledge of construction or a related field.
- Health and Safety Awareness: Basic understanding of construction site safety protocols.

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Graduate Planner and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals. **Our Commitment**

At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the ba