About the roleAt Balfour Beatty, we're delivering vital infrastructure to support the UK's transition to a low‑carbon economy — and our Bramford to Twinstead (BTNO) project, spanning Suffolk and Essex, is at the heart of strengthening the electricity network for generations to come.We are looking for an Assistant Planner to join our team, playing a crucial role in supporting the development and maintenance of project schedules on this major energy scheme. You'll help drive project efficiency by coordinating activities, managing timelines, and supporting the planning function to ensure works are delivered in a structured and effective way.Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll contribute to the successful delivery of a nationally significant project, ensuring robust planning processes are in place and executed smoothly — while building the foundations of a career in project planning within a leading infrastructure business.What you'll be doingWorking within a planning team, you will:Ensure programme content is compliant with planning procedures and guidance.Tender stage: Support the development of logical sequencing and methodology, collaborating with the wider team to achieve the most efficient design, procurement, and construction strategy, under the guidance of the Lead Planner.Produce and document planning deliverables, including programmes, planning philosophy, presentations, and reports, as well as tender programmes and supporting information in line with tender requirements.Contract stage: Assist in the production, management, and maintenance of the contract programme in accordance with established planning procedures.Support the Lead Planner in implementing and maintaining project controls processes for scheduling, including the preparation of monthly reports through informed analysis and insight.Provide support to BIM Coordinators, as required, to meet project and tender deliverable requirements.Contribute to data analysis activities, supporting the development of project data and KPIs to track progress, identify deviations, and enable data‑driven decision making.Who we're looking forSkillsStrong analytical and problem‑solving abilitiesGood understanding of data management and process controlEffective communication skills, both written and verbalStrong time management and organisational skillsKnowledgeFamiliarity with project management and planning tools (e.g., Excel, MS Project, Primavera P6, ASTA)Basic understanding of project planning principles, including scheduling and progress monitoringAwareness of tender and contract documentation, including specificationsGeneral understanding of project management methodologiesExperienceExposure to project planning through internships, coursework, or entry‑level rolesPractical experience using planning software (e.g., P6 or ASTA), even at a basic levelExperience working within collaborative team environmentsBackground in construction or other sectors with transferable skills relevant to project deliveryWhy work for usDay in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leavePension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much moreDiversity and inclusionAt Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We also commit to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com#J-18808-Ljbffr
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