GRAHAM academy - Student Planner (Year Out Placement)

About the role

At GRAHAM, we are committed to developing future talent. As our Interior Fit-Out Division continues to grow, we have an exciting opportunity for a Year Out Planner to join our team in Northern Ireland as part of your university placement year. As a Year Out Planner, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience supporting the planning and delivery of fast-paced fit-out and refurbishment projects across a range of sectors. Working alongside experienced Planners, Project Managers, and site teams, you'll develop an understanding of how projects are programmed, coordinated, and successfully delivered from inception through to completion. This placement offers the opportunity to apply your academic learning in a live project environment, develop technical and problem-solving skills, and gain exposure to industry-leading planning tools and construction methodologies. If you're currently studying a construction-related degree and are looking to gain practical industry experience, this is an excellent opportunity to kick-start your career with GRAHAM.

GRAHAM Routes to Becoming a Planner Industrial Placements: We offer a two year programme which focuses on developing your technical and interpersonal skills. In addition, a structured, mentored training programme, aligned to a recognised professional qualification, will set you on the pathway to chartership. Through early responsibility you’ll learn quickly on challenging projects with the opportunity for fast track career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Support the Planning Team in the preparation and review of project programmes.
• Assist with the analysis of tender information and development of tender programmes.
• Support project planning activities for interior fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Assist in monitoring project progress and updating programmes accordingly.
• Help prepare procurement schedules and information release schedules.
• Attend project meetings, site visits, and planning workshops.
• Support the coordination and distribution of project programmes to key stakeholders.
• Assist in analysing labour resources, materials, and project sequencing.
• Work closely with project teams to understand construction methodologies and project constraints.
• Support the maintenance of planning records and reporting information.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the Planning Department while gaining exposure to all aspects of the planning function.

Requirements

• Currently studying a degree in Architectural Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Interested in developing a career within construction planning and project delivery.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Desirable: Appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
• Desirable: Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Desirable: Understanding of 3D modelling, design software, or gaming engines (helpful but not essential).
• Desirable: Understanding of the fit-out or construction industry.
• Desirable: Able to demonstrate problem solving.
• Desirable: Experience with planning software (e.g. Microsoft Project or Asta Powerproject).