Planner

Our client, a well-established main contractor, is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Planner to join their team in Ipswich.

This is an excellent opportunity for a construction planning professional with a strong main contracting background to play a key role in securing and delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors including education, healthcare, defence and public buildings, ranging in value from £5m to £30m.

Working within the pre-construction team,

you will be responsible for developing robust tender and pre-construction programmes, producing logistics plans and methodologies, and providing critical planning support throughout the bid process. This role offers the opportunity to influence project strategy from the earliest stages and contribute directly to successful tender submissions.

As a Pre-Construction Planner, you will work closely with estimators, bid managers, operational teams and supply chain partners to develop high-quality planning solutions that demonstrate the contractor's approach to delivering projects safely, efficiently and on programme.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed pre-construction, tender and construction programmes using Asta Powerproject

Develop programme strategies that support competitive and compliant bid submissions

Identify critical paths, programme risks, constraints and opportunities

Produce site logistics plans and sequencing drawings demonstrating construction methodology

Compile written construction methodologies for inclusion within bid submissions

Support bid teams with planning input during the tender process

Liaise with operational teams, subcontractors and suppliers to obtain programme information

Assist with resource planning, phasing and construction sequencing

Prepare programme reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and clients

Review project information including drawings, specifications and contract documentation

Requirements

Proven experience as a Planner, Pre-Construction Planner or Project Manager with experience of Planning within the construction industry

Strong main contracting background delivering projects across sectors such as education, healthcare, defence, commercial or public sector buildings

Proficient in Asta Powerproject

Excellent understanding of construction methodology, phasing and sequencing

Ability to identify programme risks and develop practical solutions

Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills

Experience contributing to successful tender and bid submissions

Good working knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Full UK driving licenceDesirable

Degree or qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline

Experience across multiple construction sectors

Knowledge of BIM processes

Understanding of Earned Value Management techniques

APM or similar professional membershipWhat's On Offer

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to work on a diverse range of prestigious projects

Long-term career development with a successful regional contractor

Collaborative and supportive team environment

You will be a central figure involved in high-profile tender opportunities and project wins