Building a sustainable tomorrow

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BAM UK and Ireland are recruiting an Assistant Planner to join our team working on a hybrid basis covering projects across the central belt of Scotland.

Making Possible

The Assistant Planner will co-ordinate and assist in the production of a variety of documents to support the Preconstruction and Construction teams.

This role requires an attention to detail and an ability to work under pressure and often to demanding deadlines.

As an Assistant Planner, you will be responsible for the following tasks;
• Flexibility and adaptability to work collaboratively to become an integral member of the preconstruction team.
• Becoming involved with tender, pre-construction and on site construction opportunities as they arise.
• Prepare and assist with the preparation of design, procurement and construction programmes using Powerproject software or similiar.
• Through a combination of industry output and supply chain liaison develop and present tender programmes for review.
• Development of project strategies and preparation of logistics plans and methodologies. Whilst considering and scheduling site setups and major plant requirements. Reporting findings to internal and external teams, formulating and recommending solutions.
• Prepare and assist with the production of written reports and method statements for internal and external submissions.
• Working with site teams in the production of short term programmes as to suit project requirements. As well as progress control and reporting functions.

Your team

Working flexibly from office (Glasgow) / home or site as required.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package including an electric car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), gym subsidy, BAM social club membership and many more exciting benefits.

What do you bring to the role?

• Demonstrable experience in contract and tender planning in a similar role.
• Proven technical knowledge and experience gained from working in the construction industry.
• A relevant qualification, or working towards a relevant qualification, at degree level or equivalent experience is desirable.
• Good experience in using Asta Powerproject, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word.
• Some experience or knowledge of use of BIM, Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work within a team environment or as an individual.

About BAM

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

The application process

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. "Join us in Making Possible"

For more information or an informal conversation about this opportunity, please contact Paul Howes, Recruitment Manager: paul.howes@bam.com IND1

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