Skilled Careers
Construction Programmer
Construction Programmer at Skilled Careers, across the UK. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- UK wide
- Closing date
- Sector
- Software Developer
Reference https://skilledcareers.co.uk/job/construction-programmer/
About the role
Construction Programmer
?? Kent | ?? Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
The Company
Our client is a leading PLC House Builder with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments across Kent and the South East. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Construction Programmer to join their regional team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the planning and delivery of multiple housing developments, working closely with Land, Pre-Construction, Technical, Commercial and Production teams from acquisition through to completion.
The Role
As Construction Programmer, you will be responsible for developing, managing and monitoring construction programmes across a portfolio of residential developments. You will work closely with operational teams to ensure projects are planned efficiently, risks are identified early and delivery targets are achieved.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Producing and maintaining detailed construction programmes using Asta Powerproject or equivalent software
- Developing strategic programmes from land acquisition through to project completion
- Identifying programme risks, opportunities and critical path activities
- Monitoring project progress against agreed milestones
- Working collaboratively with Construction Directors, Project Managers and Site Managers to drive programme performance
- Providing accurate programme reporting to senior management
- Supporting tenders, pre-construction activities and buildability reviews
- Assisting with resource planning across multiple live and future developments
- Implementing recovery programmes where required to mitigate delays
- Attending project and progress meetings across various sites in Kent and the South East
About You
We are keen to speak with candidates who possess:
- Previous experience as a Construction Planner or Construction Programmer within residential housebuilding
- Experience working for a PLC or large regional house builder
- Strong knowledge of construction sequencing and residential build processes
- Proficiency in Asta Powerproject
- Excellent understanding of critical path analysis and programme management
- Ability to interpret technical, commercial and construction information
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Full UK driving licence
What's On Offer
- Competitive basic salary
- Car allowance or company car
- Performance-related bonus
- Private healthcare
- Pension contribution
- Life assurance
- Generous holiday allowance
- Career development opportunities with a leading PLC housebuilder
- Long-term pipeline of projects across Kent and the South East
Reference: https://skilledcareers.co.uk/job/construction-programmer/ · Posted 20 minutes ago · Closes 10 Dec 2026 · Listed via Skilled Careers
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