SUMMARY

Caddick Construction is looking for an experienced Lead Planner (Regional) to join our Preconstruction and Operations team in the Midlands, based in Birmingham. You’ll take the lead on planning activity across a range of live and preconstruction projects within the region.
This is a key role where you’ll support project teams, drive programme performance, and help shape strategic planning across multiple projects and frameworks. You’ll bring a strong understanding of construction planning, leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate resources across a busy regional portfolio.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Strong background in construction project planning, ideally with 10+ years’ experience.
• Proven leadership within a regional or multi-project capacity.
• Skilled in developing detailed programmes at both preconstruction and delivery stages.
• Experience using Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6, MS Excel, and 4D BIM planning tools.
• Knowledge of construction methodologies across a range of sectors.
• Experience producing logistics plans and method statements.
• Strong understanding of risk and opportunity management within a planning context.
• Comfortable working across NEC, JCT and other standard forms of contract.
• Awareness of Lean construction principles and practical application.