Senior Live Delivery Planner - Life Sciences Campus

Laing O'Rourke group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Oxford is seeking a Principal Planner to manage the delivery of complex projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining programme certainty on a major Life Sciences campus development. Responsibilities include managing the live construction programme, coordinating with diverse teams, and ensuring effective change management. Applicants should possess strong planning skills, experience in live projects, and proficiency in Asta Powerproject. Competitive remuneration and extensive benefits are offered with this permanent role.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced pension

Parental leave schemes

33 days holiday plus bank holidays

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in live project planning.
• Demonstrated capability in managing complex programmes.
• Knowledge of forensic programme analysis and different contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Manage a live construction programme ensuring accuracy and alignment.
• Lead detailed sequencing for cladding and fit-out.
• Report on programme progress to project leadership.

Skills

Strong Senior/Lead Planner

Change planning

Live construction project experience

Sector experience in Life Sciences

Proficient in Asta Powerproject

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Chartered status or working towards CIOB

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Primavera P6

Job description

A leading construction firm in Oxford is seeking a Principal Planner to manage the delivery of complex projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining programme certainty on a major Life Sciences campus development. Responsibilities include managing the live construction programme, coordinating with diverse teams, and ensuring effective change management. Applicants should possess strong planning skills, experience in live projects, and proficiency in Asta Powerproject. Competitive remuneration and extensive benefits are offered with this permanent role.