Senior Planner
$26–$26 year
On-siteAmstelveen, North Holland, The Netherlands
Job Summary
Lead planning and project controls across pre-construction and construction phases by developing baseline contract programmes, preparing target programmes, and producing 4D graphical models to illustrate build sequences. Monitor subcontractor progress through tracking schedules, manage change requests, and validate output rates to inform future tenders. Identify programme risks, apply mitigation measures, and conduct peer reviews to ensure consistency and quality of planning outputs. Report programme positions weekly and monthly to senior management and the Board while mentoring assistant and graduate planners. Engage with the supply chain to develop programme inputs and collaborate on construction methodologies.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in construction planning, with a successful track record of programme management on live projects
- Advanced knowledge of planning software (preferably ASTA Powerproject) and programme reporting tools
- Strong understanding of UK and EU contract frameworks, including NEC and JCT
- Excellent IT skills and the ability to manage planning data in a collaborative digital environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience of engaging with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to manage, mentor, and develop junior colleagues
- Knowledge of industry best practice in planning and programme management
- Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline
- Equivalent professional experience will also be considered
- Certification or training in planning and programme software (e.g., ASTA Powerproject)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience using Synchro and 4D planning tools to their full potential
- Knowledge of BIM processes and collaborative data environments (CDEs)
- Experience producing or reviewing 2D and 4D phasing models
- Demonstrated ability to conduct peer reviews and ensure programme quality across multiple projects
- Evidence of continuous professional development (e.g., attending construction best practice events)
- Membership (or working towards membership) of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIOB, ICE, APM)
- Advanced training in ASTA Powerproject (e.g., progress analysis, S-curve reporting, resource management)
- Training in contract management (NEC, JCT)
- Training in Synchro, BIM, and collaborative data environments
- Training in people management and presentation techniques
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