Lead Planner (Major Construction Project)
2 Days Old
Lead Planner (Major Construction Project)
Join to apply for the Lead Planner (Major Construction Project) role at Rider Levett Bucknall RLB
Lead Planner (Major Construction Project)
1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Lead Planner (Major Construction Project) role at Rider Levett Bucknall RLB
Description
Department: Project Management
Location: London
Title: Lead Planner
Seniority: Senior Associate / Partner
Discipline: Project Controls & Scheduling
Location: London-based with regular travel to Midlands site
Project: Confidential Major Project subject to signed NDA
Why RLB?
At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. Four values that live at the heart of RLB. A place where People Make Progress.
We value your skills, talents and unique perspectives – we think they are priceless.
Bring them to RLB and you’ll be empowered to shape our future and your career in new and meaningful ways.
We’ll give you opportunities to work on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects currently being designed and developed in the built environment sector.
You’ll continue to learn and advance as everyone who works for us is provided with a tailored training programme. Our mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes will enable you to share your expertise while gaining fresh insights.
What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee-owned business, teamwork and collaboration lies at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing.
Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally.
Role Overview
Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) has been appointed as a strategic delivery partner for a major UK development programme, currently operating under a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). The programme includes complex infrastructure and vertical development with significant interfaces across national transport and utility networks.
RLB’s commission spans two core functions:
Programme-Wide PMO and Project Controls - RLB leads the overarching Programme Management Office (PMO), providing governance, assurance, and performance oversight across all packages. This includes:
- Programme controls and reporting
- Risk and change management
- Deployment of digital tools and IT solutions to support delivery
Integrated Delivery Services - For each individual package, RLB provides a multi-disciplinary team delivering:
- Project Management
- Cost Management
- Procurement
- Design Management
- Health and Safety Advisory
- Contract Administration
RLB’s approach is underpinned by a turnkey programme delivery solution, combining technical leadership with digital innovation. This includes programme control tools, BIM-aligned information management, structured reporting frameworks, and robust change control processes.
Role Responsibilities
- Responsible for the comprehensive planning, scheduling, and coordination of construction projects from inception to completion. Your expertise in project management, keen attention to detail, and strong communication skills will be essential in ensuring projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget. You will work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, engineers, architects, and clients, to create and maintain project schedules, monitor progress, and implement strategies to overcome potential obstacles.
- Collaborate with project stakeholders to develop detailed project plans, outlining project activities, timelines, and critical milestones.
- Coordinate with resource managers to review/allocate labour, equipment, and materials according to project requirements and schedules.
- To carry out assigned obligations efficiently and in accordance with processes and procedures.
- Identify potential risks and bottlenecks in project schedules and develop contingency plans to minimize their impact on project timelines.
- Generate regular progress reports, presenting project status, key metrics, and forecasting potential challenges to senior management and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with contractors, architects, engineers, and project managers to integrate their inputs into the project planning process.
Qualifications
- Construction related degree or a similar construction related qualification
- Significant experience in delivering similar projects as either a consultant or client-side Project Planner.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (Asta PowerProjects and/or Primavera P6).
- In-depth knowledge of construction project management principles, techniques, and best practices.
- Experience scheduling projects from conception through to completion (RIBA stage 1-5).
- Recognised as a client focused, positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and offers support to their peers and seniors. Recognised as a team player with a strong willingness to learn.
- Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.
Our culture is built around enabling you to fulfil your potential, so you can look forward to benefits that include:
Hybrid Working - Working patterns to support your work-life balance. As well as competitive maternity and paternity packages.
Well-Rewarded - A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
Personal Development - A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in-house mentoring schemes.
Additional Benefits - We offer a wide range of benefits including professional membership subscriptions.
Exceptional Exposure - You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
Social Responsibility - We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.
Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment
We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. Find out more here: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - RLB | Europe
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@uk.rlb.com
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Management and ManufacturingIndustries
Construction
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rider Levett Bucknall RLB by 2x
Get notified about new Construction Planner jobs in London, England, United Kingdom.
London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Clever Construction Engineers and Project Managers - Planning, UK (Hybrid)
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago
Hounslow, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom £90,000.00-£100,000.00 19 hours ago
London Area, United Kingdom £50,000.00-£55,000.00 15 hours ago
London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago
London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Enfield, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Welwyn, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Horley, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago
London, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago
London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Slough, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr- Location:
- London, England, United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £125,000 - £150,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Management & Operations