Planner - Highways

Job Description:

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Planner - Highways to join our team in Area 7 at Leicester Forest East (LE33GA).

As a Planner in Area 7, you will play a key role in supporting the Senior Planner by contributing to the creation, monitoring, and reporting of all relevant project programmes. Your responsibilities will include ensuring that all schedules are up to date, tracking progress, and providing accurate reports to facilitate informed decision-making. You will work closely with the team to ensure that project milestones are met efficiently and that any risks or delays are identified and managed promptly, supporting the successful delivery of our highway's projects.

This position offers a competitive salary and overtime.

The standard hours of work are 37.5 hours, Monday - Friday.

What You'll Do:

• Assist in developing, managing, and updating project programmes, ensuring that schedules and delivery dates are accurate and reflect any changes.
• Provide expert advice and support to both clients and internal teams, helping to address queries and maintain high standards of service.
• Track progress, prepare periodic reports, and analyse data to support informed decision-making and meet client and contract requirements.
• Coordinate resources, including labour, plant, materials, and supply chain, while ensuring compliance with safety, traffic management, and regulatory standards.
• Maximise productivity through efficient resource programming, reviewing works orders for compliance, and seeking innovative ways to reduce wasted time and costs.
• Handle works orders, prepare sites for programming, and carry out any additional duties required by the Senior Planner or wider business.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You'll Bring:

• Competent use of IT systems and packages.
• Advanced use of the Microsoft Office suite (in particular Excel), plus other tools/systems defined by the project or client
• Experience of planning and co-ordination
• Knowledge of Highways Maintenance contracts & Traffic Management operations

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture ff diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)

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