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We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential.\nKey Responsibilities of the Role:\nPrincipal Duties and Responsibilities:\nResponsible for a portfolio of tender projects\nReporting to Planning Department\nTender Schedule Development\nPrepare comprehensive tender schedules (Level 2 to 4), schedule narratives, and progress curves aligned with bid requirements.\nEnsure programmes align with Schedule Specifications, Employer Requirements, contract conditions and Internal SOP/Guidelines.\nAssist with the creation of 4D models and / or 2D phasing plans to present construction sequence, logistics and phasing strategies.\nCollaborate with Internal teams to clarify milestones, scope, sequencing and construction methodology.\nPlanning & Scheduling\nDevelop tender programmes across all phases including design, procurement, preconstruction, construction, commissioning and handover phases. Perform delay analysis, float path reviews, and milestone projections.\nData Management & Reporting\nMaintain planning databases and produce progress reports for internal and client review. Provide accurate data for payment applications and contract reviews.\nStakeholder Engagement\nAct as the primary point of contact for tender planning queries. Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment by assisting in schedule workshop meetings.\nAttend mid-bid meetings to present Tender Schedule and deliverables as required.\nResource & Cost Loading\nApply resource and cash flow loading to schedules in coordination with estimators.\nLeadership & Training\nMentor junior planners and promote best practices in planning processes.\nProvide cover for Planners responsibilities when required.\nCompliance & Governance\nEnsure adherence to company SOPs and client standards for all planning deliverables.\nOther:\nMaking relevant parties aware of issues and advising on solutions\nTraining staff if required\nCovering Senior Tender Planner responsibilities when required\nAll other duties associated with role\nEssential Criteria for the Role:\nMinimum 3+ years planning or project controls experience within a construction, engineering, or project delivery environment, preferably including exposure to tendering, 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