Senior Construction Planner

Job Description

Job title: Senior Construction Planner

Company: Arup

Job description: Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Our Construction Planning team provides our clients with information on how their project would most effectively be built, from a logistics and programme perspective as well as from an environmental perspective. Our advice is often provided before contractors are appointed but we also contribute as projects progress, especially if changes are made in strategy or schedule. Our team is made up predominantly of ex-Contractors.

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The Opportunity

We have a new opportunity within our Construction Planning team, based in London, working with Arup design teams from various regions. The work will involve a widespread variety of infrastructure and building projects, covering various project stages from proof of concept to completion of construction.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are seeking a professional with good comprehension and experience of modern construction methods and constructability issues including construction logistics. The role will involve producing construction programmes using a variety of planning software and utilising your experience of planning and scheduling. You will be working alongside other planners, designers and project managers, in order to promote, develop and boost the firm’s construction planning capability and services on a diverse range of projects.

Ideally you will have an interest in how the construction industry is evolving, especially where carbon footprint and environment is involved.

We are seeking the following skills and knowledge;

• Skill in compiling construction phasing diagrams and other visual techniques to convey project phasing and site logistics (such as time location charts);
• Ability to produce construction planning reports to explain programmes, phasing, risks, opportunities and assumptions.
• Abilities in presenting to clients and project teams
• Qualified to degree standard, in a related discipline.

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What We Offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at .

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

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Closing Date: 15-01-24

All applications will be considered, and we will try our very best to respond to you within 72 hours of receiving your application, this will be subject to delays owing to the festive period.

Expected salary:

Location: London

Job date: Fri, 05 Jan 2024 08:46:10 GMT

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