2027 Planning Graduate

At Laing O'Rourke, we deliver complex engineering and construction projects that shape the built environment. We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our Early Talent programmes and help drive innovation across our business. We're seeking ambitious graduates who are ready to make an impact. If you're passionate, curious and eager to challenge the status quo, you'll help us drive innovation, transform our industry and shape the future of construction and engineering.

About the programme

Through Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme, we help graduates gain practical experience, achieve professional accreditation and build the skills needed to become future leaders in the construction and engineering industry. Our Early Talent Programme will enable you to expand your networks, achieve professional and personal development, gain exposure to a variety of projects and disciplines, and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to build a successful and rewarding career.

What Professional Accreditation can be achieved through this role:

CIOB, CIBSE, MICE

Role Overview and the Purpose of the role:

As a trainee planner, you will work within the Planning Function under the supervision of a Project Planner. The role will have a high degree of learning as planning and interpersonal skills and honed whilst learning how to prepare detailed project programmes covering the full life cycle of a project. The role will involve monitoring progress achieved against the plan on a weekly basis, identifying schedule threats and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities – What you'll do:

As a trainee planner, you will work within the Planning Function under the supervision of a Project Planner. The role will have a high degree of learning as planning and interpersonal skills and honed whilst learning how to prepare detailed project programmes covering the full life cycle of a project. The role will involve monitoring progress achieved against the plan on a weekly basis, identifying schedule threats and opportunities.

• Produce detailed project programmes with assistance from the Project Planner and members of the project team
• Become competent in producing programmes unaided across all elements of a project including design, procurement, construction and commissioning phases
• Develop an understanding of construction delivery techniques and methodologies
• Liaise with the project teams to capture / collate weekly project progress
• Communicate weekly performance with internal departments to give and receive information
• Collate production output m/wk or m/man per technique
• Become conversant in the use of Planning Project Management software packages, such as Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject and Synchro
• Assist in the development of the project specific planning and production control systems, Assist in the production of detailed schedules itemising key logistical constraint
• Assist in the development of design information release and material delivery schedules to site
• Assist in producing project progress reports.

Teams and Departments this role will interact with most:

Estimating, Commercial, Construction Delivery, Design Management, Engineering.

The following Degree Subjects are suitable for this role:

Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering.

Additional Information

Location: National

We are recruiting for locations that we anticipate having Early Talent roles for at the time of our next programme commencement. Please note that due to the nature of the business, there could be changes to locations noted.

Our projects are based across the UK (National) so you'll need to be prepared to be flexible about where you work. Depending on project requirements, this may involve travelling, staying away from home during the week, or relocating closer to a project site. In return, you'll gain valuable experience working on a variety of projects, helping you develop your skills and broaden your career opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support with your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

 Application Process

Please note: Due to the anticipated level of interest, we may close applications before the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We encourage you to apply early to ensure your application is considered.