Job Description

Senior Project Planner

Our Opportunity

Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive, and positivity are at the heart of everything we do.

As part of our ambitious growth strategy, we are looking to appoint a Senior Project Programmer to be based in one of our UK-wide offices.

Are you driven to deliver high-quality work and continuously develop your professional skills?
Do you want to work within a collaborative, dynamic environment, with a team of highly skilled and like-minded professionals?
Are you seeking a company that supports your wellbeing, growth, and career progression?

If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you!

You will play a vital role in supporting the Programme Controls Lead by driving programming and planning functions. Your expertise will be essential to the national project management team as they prepare, interpret, and effectively present construction project schedules.

By providing technical support on programming issues to all disciplines within the business, you will enhance collaboration and efficiency. Additionally, you will assist the project management team in refining and developing the client's brief from inception to completion, with a strong focus on optimising construction project programming.

Core Responsibilities

• Support the PM team within several typical project management functions: coordination of the design process programmes, change management, and assisting in oversight and control of the project - both pre- and post-contract.
• Provide programming support as required on resource and cash flow management.
• Attend meetings with the client and stakeholders with a member of the PM team or the Programme Controls Lead, prepare records or minutes if required, or update project programmes according to outcomes of the meetings.
• Assist the PM team to prepare and issue reports, with particular reference to providing a project programme formatted to suit the client’s requirements.
• Participate in risk, value, and opportunities management, including supporting the facilitation of workshops attended by the client, stakeholders, and project team - including contractors, sub-contractors, and the supply chain.
• Assist in developing new business opportunities through the preparation and presentation of work bid information.

Please note you must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role, noting that the clearance process can take several months.

Find out what it is like to work at Pick Everard here: Life at Pick Everard

About You

Our ideal Senior Project Programmer will have:

• The ability to obtain and maintain a fully SC security clearance.
• Extensive experience in a relevant position within the construction industry.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Project, Primavera P6, and Asta based on experience in live and complex project environments.
• A strong understanding of IT and related software, particularly Microsoft Excel, as well as Word and PowerPoint.
• The full intention to progress to full membership status in a construction-related professional body (such as RICS or CIOB).

Unsure if you tick every box? We still encourage you to apply as your experience might be a great fit for this role or other opportunities in our team.

About Us

Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. We have established the sound principles of success through our remarkable history and have the vision and ambition to be even better.

We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for, and valued.

We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients, and colleagues. We care about our people and society, supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide an inspiring environment to drive progress and impact in your career.

What We Offer

Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to ensure everyone feels valued. You will receive an attractive salary, and among other benefits you can expect:

• Hybrid working model
• Career and Professional Development
• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Eyecare Scheme
• 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave
• Private healthcare, life assurance, and healthcare cash plan
• Professional subscriptions
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• Stakeholder pension

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

As an equal opportunities employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all employees and does not condone discrimination. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please contact us at careers@pickeverard.co.uk.

We are not seeking agency support at this time; unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.