Trainee MEP Planner

Trainee MEP Planner Our client is a large Tier One M&E Contractor that operates throughout the UK, and they're looking to take on a Trainee or Experienced M&E Planner to work in Plymouth, numerous projects but mainly on their Healthcare Project.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating project programmes, ensuring timely delivery and efficient resource allocation. This role involves working closely with both office-based and site-based staff, contractors, and suppliers to ensure consistency and alignment across all phases of MEP projects.

This may suite someone that has trained in the M&E sector but is perhaps not looking to become a Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities and Duties for an experienced Planner:

• Develop, maintain, and review project programmes at pre-contract and post-contract stages.
• Create progress reports and revise project schedules and forecasts using planning/programme software such as Microsoft Project or Asta.
• Break down large projects into manageable phases of development.
• Use project management tools to plan and manage project timeframes effectively.
• Collaborate with Estimators to calculate resources required for projects.
• Develop contingency plans to address potential changes in project timelines.
• Meet with contractors and suppliers to discuss and review programme-related issues.
• Demonstrate knowledge of construction processes, particularly in roofing and façade works.
• Coordinate between office and site teams to ensure consistency in programmes and sequencing.
• Produce procurement and design programmes aligned with agreed construction schedules.
• Conduct critical reviews of programmes for Extension of Time (EOT) requests, identifying delays, hold-ups, and additional works.
• Maintain a basic understanding of EOT/Compensation Events requirements to ensure accurate programme adjustments.

Requirements

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Analytical thinking with a focus on problem-solving.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Persistence, determination, and a results-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in using planning software such as Asta and Microsoft Project.
• Solid understanding of building services and sequencing. (Essential)
• Possession of a valid UK driving licence.
• Knowledge of building services and their sequencing. (Preferred)

In return this company offers

• Further training and development opportunities.
• Life cover from Day one
• Private Health Care Scheme
• Annual Bonus Scheme - 10%
• Annual Leave 25 DAYS PLUS 8 Bank Holidays
• 5 days carer leave
• 1 day volunteering leave
• Option to purchase up to five more days holiday
• Salary Negotiable depending on experience