Freelance Project Planner - Immediate Start - Long Term Work - Concrete Structures - Kings Cross Arcona Group are seeking a high-caliber Freelance Construction Project Planner for a major project in the Kings Cross area of London, this is without a doubt one of the capitals most high profile projects. The assignment will be for a leading Tier 1 UK structures business The Project The project is a major 1,000,000 sq ft Commercial and Leisure project in a high-profile, logistically challenging area of Central London. My client are the Civils and Concrete contractor for this long term project which could see their package rise to £100m. The Role * Develop, manage and maintain detailed project programmes using ASTA Powerproject. * Plan and coordinate construction activities across concrete and civil engineering packages. * Monitor project progress against agreed programmes, identifying delays, critical path issues and potential risks. * Work closely with project managers, site teams, engineers and subcontractors to ensure effective programme delivery. * Prepare and update progress reports, programme forecasts and recovery plans where required. * Identify and assess delays, variations and changes to the programme, supporting the preparation and assessment of Extension of Time (EOT) claims. * Assist with the preparation, review and substantiation of contractual claims and delay analysis. * Manage and monitor contractual programme obligations under JCT contracts, with experience of NEC contracts also desirable. * Provide programme updates and communicate key milestones, risks and dependencies to project stakeholders. * Support the development of mitigation strategies to minimise delays and maintain project deadlines. * Ensure programmes accurately reflect site activities, resource requirements and construction sequencing. * Work collaboratively with commercial and operational teams to support effective project and contractual management. Candidate Requirements * Proven experience as a Project Planner within the construction industry, ideally specialising in concrete and civil engineering. The position would suit an individual that has worked for concrete subcontractors previously. * Strong working knowledge of ASTA Powerproject. * Experience working with JCT contracts; knowledge of NEC contracts is also required. * Experience in delay analysis, contractual claims and Extension of Time (EOT) assessments would be highly advantageous. * A background working for a concrete or civil engineering contractor is strongly preferred. * Strong understanding of construction sequencing, critical path analysis and programme management. * Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills. Rate / Duration My client will pay £400-£450pd via Ltd Company or CIS. There is long term work for the right person, We are looking for someone who is committed to a long term assignment due to the hgih profile project