Construction Planner

Construction Planner Location: Cardiff (Hybrid working) Region: South Wales Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time The Opportunity An established Tier 1 construction business is seeking a Construction Planner to join its preconstruction team, supporting projects across South Wales. This role offers a blend of office-based work in Cardiff and flexible home working. Working closely with senior planning leadership, you will play a key role in developing high-quality project programmes and supporting tender submissions. You’ll be involved in a diverse portfolio of construction projects of up to £70m in value. Key Responsibilities Develop detailed and practical project programmes, ensuring a strong focus on buildability and commercial awareness Prepare clear and concise planning reports to support bid submissions Collaborate with supply chain partners to inform and strengthen tender programmes Produce structured and easy-to-understand project timelines and schedules Contribute to internal and client-facing presentations Identify opportunities for innovation and cost-effective solutions during the tender phase Provide supporting documentation such as programme narratives and methodology statements Maintain a client-focused mindset in all aspects of planning and delivery About You Essential: Experience within a main contracting environment in the construction sector Open to candidates transitioning into planning from roles such as site management, project management, or construction delivery Willingness to learn, with training and development support available Desirable: Experience in both site-based and preconstruction planning Proficiency in planning software such as Asta Powerproject Ability to produce logistics strategies and construction methodologies Strong understanding of sequencing and programme development Knowledge of construction techniques including steel, concrete, and timber structures Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications Awareness of site setup requirements, including temporary works and preliminaries Familiarity with NEC and JCT forms of contract Understanding of 4D planning and experience linking programmes to visual outputs Experience coordinating with external specialists for graphics and planning visuals What’s on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Car allowance or equivalent Enhanced pension contribution Private medical cover Life assurance Support for home working Performance-related bonus The organisation promotes a supportive and flexible working culture, encouraging individuals to perform at their best while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Hybrid and agile working arrangements are actively supported wherever possible. O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation