Senior Planner

5 Days Old

Octavius Infrastructure is delighted to announce that it has been appointed by Network Rail to the North‑West and Central (NW&C) Capital Delivery Framework for Major Projects for Control Period 7. Octavius has secured a place on Lot A2, covering multi‑discipline projects valued between £7 million and £50 million, encompassing building, civils and railway engineering. To support the projects on this framework, Octavius is looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join the team. The role is hybrid, based at Network Rail's office at Manchester Piccadilly Station or Birmingham New Street, coupled with home working. Responsibilities
Develop, produce and update programmes for multiple projects. Work with the estimators and delivery team to produce programmes that are commercially attractive to the client. Help the team to identify and evaluate the risks within the project, not only with regards to planning, but the project as a whole. Ensure that legislative, Octavius', and customers' mandatory policies and procedures are delivered appropriately within the governance framework. Develop relationships with other teams to ensure that we share resources, innovation, and process to deliver efficiently as one. Identify better and/or more efficient ways of achieving the current outcomes. Put safety, health and wellbeing at the heart of decision making. Put the Environment and Sustainability at the heart of decision making. Actively participate in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) events.
What we offer We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You’ll also have access to hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally. About You
Civil Engineering knowledge with relevant experience in suitable disciplines (Experience in Rail infrastructure to include Electrification is required). An excellent understanding in applying planning software to create clear, comprehensible and realistic programmes. The ability to plan from first principles. Knowledge of planning software (such as MS-Project, Asta Powerproject or P6 Primavera). Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Good level of NEC4 knowledge, and knowledge of how it should be applied to the contract programme. Understanding of construction design.
You’ll Bring
A related degree, diploma, or vocational qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience in Civil Engineering. Completion of courses relevant to a career in planning. Previous experience working for a tier one contracting group operating in civil engineering.
Inclusion and diversity are important to us. We are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Manchester
Job Type:
FullTime

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