London
Company Overview Our client is a growing UK contractor specialising in high-quality, design-led interior projects across commercial workplaces, education, healthcare, and public sector sectors. They are recognised for delivering complex refurbishment and cut and carve schemes, while also undertaking commercial fit-out works, with a reputation for collaborative delivery, programme certainty, and consistent quality. They work closely with occupiers, landlords, developers, and professional teams, providing solutions that balance design intent, buildability, programme, and commercial control. Role Overview We are looking for a Planner with strong experience in refurbishment and cut and carve projects, who also has knowledge of fit-out works. The role will focus on planning and monitoring complex reconfiguration and refurbishment projects, ensuring efficient sequencing, programme control, and resource management. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, commercial teams, and site operatives to optimise project delivery, mitigate risks, and support design-led schemes. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and monitor project programmes for refurbishment and cut and carve projects, with secondary responsibility for fit-out works. Sequence works efficiently, identifying conflicts, dependencies, and constraints. Integrate planning with resourcing, procurement, and risk management in collaboration with project teams. Prepare baseline programmes, updates, and recovery plans for internal and client reporting. Support pre-construction planning, including method statements, buildability reviews, and early contractor involvement. Monitor on-site progress, track milestones, and highlight delays or opportunities for acceleration. Facilitate collaborative planning workshops with clients, design teams, and subcontractors. Ensure all planning practices comply with health & safety, quality, and sustainability standards. Provide reporting and insights to support project review and senior management decision-making. Candidate Requirements Proven experience as a Planner on refurbishment, cut and carve, or complex reconfiguration projects, with some exposure to fit-out works (commercial, education, or healthcare projects preferred). Strong understanding of construction sequencing, programme management, and resource allocation. Proficiency in project planning software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent). Ability to interpret technical drawings and understand construction methodology. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Experience in live or occupied environments is advantageous. Knowledge of CDM, health & safety, and industry-standard construction practices. Benefits & Opportunities Exposure to high-value, design-led refurbishment and cut & carve projects, alongside fit-out schemes. Collaborative, client-focused culture with experienced project teams. Professional development and long-term career progression. Opportunity to work on challenging projects across London and the South East. This is an excellent opportunity for a Planner looking to specialise in cut & carve and refurbishment projects, while maintaining knowledge of commercial fit-out work. If this sounds of interest please apply and the relevant consultant will be in touch to discuss further