Construction Planning Leader
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The Opportunity
To work as a leader within the Construction Planning team, based in London, supporting Arup design teams from various regions. The work will involve a widespread variety of infrastructure and building projects, covering various project stages from proof of concept to feasibility studies to completion of construction.
Is this role for you?
The Construction Planner will:
Lead others within the CP team
Produce construction programmes using a variety of planning software including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project (training to be provided as required).
Compile construction phasing diagrams, time location charts and other visual techniques to communicate project phasing and site logistics.
Produce construction planning reports to explain programmes, phasing, risks, opportunities and assumptions.
Presentations to clients and project teams.
Requirements and Skills
· Essential Skills and Knowledge
· Excellent people management and leadership skills
· Excellent understanding of modern construction methods and constructability issues;
· Excellent understanding of construction logistics;
· Excellent understanding of planning and scheduling approaches;
Qualifications:
· Ideally qualified to degree standard, in a related discipline;
· Chartership not essential given CP specialism
Desirable skills and knowledge:
· Have an interest in how the construction industry is evolving, especially where carbon footprint and environment is involved.
· Have good communication skills.
· Have an interest in using new technology to improve communication of construction planning material, eg 4D construction planning.
· Be self-motivated, proactive and flexible with regard to types of projects and responsibilities.
· Excellent presentation skills.
· Able to develop relationships with other planners/ schedulers within Arup, as well as designers and project managers, in order to promote, develop and support the firm’s construction planning capability and services.
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Drina.Zupanovicgerard@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
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Closing Date: 01.09.2025