What do Construction Planners do?
The information contained in this career of the week is kindly provided by Hobson & Porter, a local award-winning construction & maintenance firm operating across the Yorkshire and Lincolnshire region.
A Construction Planner creates the programme of works to support the successful completion of the construction project. They will oversee the logistics of the project to ensure the works are completed to programme requirements of the Client, working closely with the project team. This will include updating and reviewing the project programme on a regular basis to include the best methods required to achieve this.
Day to day activities may include:
Creating, maintaining and reviewing the programme of works, to ensure the projects are completed on time.
Defining work tasks and their duration.
Determining the labour, plant and equipment, and subcontract requirements to deliver the projects.
Recommending improvements to processes.
Co-ordinating subcontractor/supplier planning and scheduling.
Producing progress reports and forecasts to all stakeholders.
Phasing projects to achieve the programme completion date.
Using project management tools to plan timeframes.
Working with the estimating and bid departments to calculate the resources needed to complete the project.
Skills required
An understanding of the construction industry and construction materials and trades.
High attention to detail.
Analytical thinking skills.
Able to use own initiative.
Persistence and determination.
Excellent team working, communications and presentation skills.
Ability to utilise main software packages.
Career path and progression
As an Construction Planner you could progress to the position of Project or Construction Director.
What can I expect to earn?
Salaries for this role are dependent on experience.
Examples are as follows:
Newly trained Construction Planner £20,000 - £30,000
Trained with experience Construction Planner £30,000 to £50,000
Senior Construction Planner £50,000 to £70,000
What subjects should I study?
Maths, English and IT are all useful subjects to become a construction planner.
How can I start my career?
There are various routes to become an Construction Planner these include:
University - BSc in Construction or Project Management
College - HNC or HND construction or a building related qualification
Apprenticeship
Direct Employment with training
To research local education and training opportunities that could lead to a career as a construction planner, visit our partner website >log on | move on>.
Details of relevant degree courses can be found on the UCAS website.
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