Assistant Planner

6 days ago

Bridgend, United Kingdom Knights Brown Full time

Knights Brown is not just a company but a community where ambition and job satisfaction align perfectly. Our core values are at the heart of everything we do, crafting an environment where employees don't just work for us; they grow with us, creating careers that reflect their passions and aspirations.

At Knights Brown, you're not just joining a company; you're becoming part of a family that values your well-being, celebrates your achievements, and supports your growth every step of the way.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK’s fastest growing contractors as an Assistant Planner.

Dynamic and entrepreneurial, this company is a great fit if you’re looking to work in a supportive but ambitious environment with clear career progression and proactive employee engagement.

Responsibilities include;
- Supporting the Planner/Senior Planner in developing and managing construction programmes that are realistic, contractually compliant, and reflect how work actually happens on site.
- Assisting with the production and maintenance of NEC3/NEC4 programmes for submission and acceptance, and updating them in line with contract requirements.
- Helping to monitor site progress, gather data, and produce programmes and reports to support monthly reporting and client updates.
- Assisting in the review of compensation events and variations, collecting evidence and programme information to support contractual submissions.
- Helping to prepare and maintain project progress dashboards, reports, and programme outputs for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Supporting the commercial and project teams with programme-related information to support cost and resource planning.
- Assisting in the development of tender programmes and supporting the preconstruction team with competitive tender submissions.
- Learning from and supporting the Planner/Senior Planner and wider planning team in maintaining best practices, consistency, and continuous improvement.
- Supporting site teams with short term planning on site.

Key requirements;
- A relevant qualification (or working towards) in engineering, construction management, or project management, or equivalent practical experience.
- A keen interest in construction project planning, with some understanding of how projects are delivered on site.
- Some familiarity with Asta Powerproject or other planning software is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within project teams.
- Good analytical and organisational abilities, with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Willingness to learn and develop a career within planning.
- Experience or exposure to civil engineering or infrastructure projects would be advantageous.

Role will be based out of our Wales & Energy** Bridgend office**, blended with project visits across the UK.

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