Your new company
Hays NI have been retained by one of the UK's premier utilities contractors who have an immediate need for a Construction Planning Co-ordinator/Graduate to join their operations within Northern Ireland. This utilities contractor has been in operation for over 60 years and operates in four principal sectors, including rail, communications, renewables and utilities, encompassing power, oil and gas. The company is continuing to expand its operational footprint throughout NI & are currently seeking an immediately available Engineering or Construction Graduate to work on gas projects throughout Belfast for a high-profile client.

Your new role
Your new company welcomes you as a Construction Planning Co-ordinator, responsible for overseeing the planning of works on multiple utilities schemes within a high-profile contract. Your time will be spent primarily within the office in Greater Belfast, working within a team to deliver all planning requirements for connecting clients across NI to the utilities contract. Your duties will include regular liaison with clients and site teams, progress reporting, documentation control and contract administration.

What you'll need to succeed
To be considered successful for this role, you will have graduated with a construction or engineering-related degree discipline. Previous experience in administration and planning is beneficial, but not essential as all training will be provided. Knowledge of construction systems is advantageous. You will have a flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to manage and undertake multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent communication and organisational skills will be key to ensuring deadlines are met, with attention to detail paramount in achieving the successful delivery of all tasks and responsibilities within the contract. Due to the nature of the role, you will have strong computer and data entry skills with experience in the use of Microsoft Office.

What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual to kickstart their career within construction and join an industry-leading firm on a long-term programme of works based in Greater Belfast. As the contractor works within a number of different disciplines, there is opportunity to progress within the company in a department of your choice. In return for your hard work and effort, the company offers you a competitive starting salary, generous holiday entitlement and multiple annual bonuses.

What you need to do now
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