Job Title: Planner
Location: Derby
Sector: Commercial, Residential, Education, Façades Installation.

Thorn Baker's fast-growing commercial & residential build client is looking for a Planner to join their façades installation branch. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a team of certified & experienced designers, installers, and managers for a busy and reputable business boasting a forward-thinking approach and technical expertise, as well as relationships with the most reputable contractors in their sector.

What's in it for you:

• £40k - £55k a year (depending on experience)
• Car allowance / company vehicle
• 20 Holiday days + Bank Holidays & Christmas
• Annual Bonus
• Pension Scheme

About you:

• Enthusiastic, ambitious, and energetic
• Excellent attention to detail
• Decisive, excellent communicator, professional.

Planner's Responsibilities:

• Prepare the programme and management for the construction project.
• Liaise with the project management teams on all planning matters.
• Produce tender information and programmes.
• Analyse and evaluate construction methods, techniques, and logistics.
• Attend adjudication meetings and present detailed explanation of programme and methodology.
• Prepare presentations and attend customer interviews.
• Prepare the master / contract / managing programme and supporting information.
• Analyse / prepare project progress positions and forecast project completions.
• Identify project risks / opportunities and participate in the management process.
• Assist in the preparation of entitlement submissions.
• Ensure that all aspects of safety are taken into consideration when planning a project.
• Maintain close relationships and liaise with other members of the planning job family, contributing to the transfer of best practice.

Required Skills:

• Proven track record in the construction industry with a strong understanding of all forms of construction and applicable forms of contract (NEC)
• Previous experience & technical knowledge in Façade management would be advantageous.
• The ability to use and produce programmes with Asta.
• SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid at Work.
• Valid driving licence, able to travel to sites.
• Experience of taking a lead role and acting as the sole planner.

For more information on the role please contact Katie at Thorn Baker on 07970 224 907 or email: katie@thornbaker.co.uk