Trainee Planner

Trainee Planner

Clarke are a growing specialist construction business based in Ballymena with a portfolio of work that reaches all over the UK and Ireland.

Our people are our priority, they make us stand out, we are extremely proud of them and what we have achieved.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Planner to join our business.

Working alongside the Planning Team, you will ensure excellence, innovation and solutions in facade design on large scale construction projects, delivered in line with The Clarke Way.

This role is based in our Head Office in Ballymena but may require travel to the UK.

 Previous experience of working within a planning role is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

About The Role

Role Summary

·        Assist on the oversee of construction programmes for both Architectural and Re:Purpose departments via Powerproject.

·        Calculate installation durations and labour based on the scope of work on all projects.

·        Assist planning team in creating tender programmes for the Pre-Construction team for inclusion in tender submissions.

·        Ensure contract and target programmes are progressed weekly and droplines are sent to the relevant teams.

·        Highlight any tasks that are affecting the critical path of projects and assist team to help resolve these.

·        Attend in-house meetings to agree sequencing and coordination of projects.

·        Report resource plans for key departments at Clarke.

·        Assist in the creation of overviews for all projects from design, procurement, production and install.

·        Liaise with procurement to ensure accurate lead times are considered for Pre-Construction phases.

·        Communicate effectively with all departments to ensure accurate updates.

Competencies

• Innovation – the ability to introduce innovations to enhance or adds efficiencies to the project or task

• Solution Focused – problem solving, finding solutions that commit to the best outcome

• Influence – the ability to build excellent team relationships that influences great outcomes

• Self-Direction/Accountability – the ability to take ownership, set goals, follow through, seek feedback and ask for support in order to achieve results.

• Technical Expertise – developing your expertise and skills base on a regular basis and often ahead of time for future needs.

Remuneration

• Attractive level of remuneration depending on expertise and experience

• Flexible working hours

• State of the art offices

• Health cash plan

• Private health care

• Pension

• Onsite Gym

• Opportunities for career development

We are an equal opportunities employer, and led by our values (creative, brave, determined, collaborative, passionate, true).

Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of our business

Skills Needed

About The Company

Our Business

Engaging at the earliest stage of a project, we act as a central hub for clients offering the complete end-to-end facade service from preconstruction to project handover.

By overseeing the process from start to finish, we guarantee safety, innovation and take sole responsibility in delivering remarkable buildings.

Established in 1996, Clarke celebrate 25 years in business. Employing 90 plus direct employees across pre-construction, design, structural engineering, fabrication, operations and management with 180 installers, Clarke is driven by the passion of its people. In 2022, we are moving to a state of the art facility to house our fabrication and office teams under one roof.

Our newly invigorated fabrication facility is fully operational with advanced offsite machinery and equipment.

Company Culture

Life at Clarke

Our team are sociable and responsive, we value the chance to help our community both with action and fundraising.

This is a vital part of our culture, fuelled by a remarkable team of employees who enjoy a challenge, from sponsored walks to marathons, spring cleans, volunteering in the community, raffles to quiz nights and coffee mornings.

Our people also love to do all things social. We have a dedicated team who organise group events and get-togethers to boost company morale and bring the Clarke culture into day-to-day activities.

From running and walking groups to breakfasts and lunches, remote control car racing and team building activities to Christmas parties and festivities. We’ve a great team and one you’ll want to be part of

Desired Criteria

• Planning Experience
• Use of Asta Software

Required Criteria

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) to include English & Maths and at least 1 years’ experience in an administrative role Or Minimum 3 years’ experience in an administrative role
• High level of IT literacy to include all Microsoft Packages
• Ability to adhere to defined processes and Standard Operating Procedures
• High level of attention to detail

Closing DateFriday 30th August, 2024