Graduate Planning Assistant chez Gardiner and Theobald LLP
Gardiner and Theobald LLP · London, Royaume-Uni · Onsite
- Junior
- Bureau à London
Summary:
As a Planning Assistant at G&T, you will play a key role in supporting the planning and delivery of construction projects across a range of sectors. Planners are integral to informing clients and Project Managers about project timescales, delivery methodologies, logistics, and risk mitigation strategies. You will work closely with clients, contractors, and the supply chain to develop and manage programmes that support successful project outcomes. Communication and stakeholder engagement are central to the role, ensuring that all parties are kept informed and aligned throughout the project lifecycle.
Role Overview:
This is a graduate-level role designed to support your development into a chartered professional. Over a 2- 5-year period, you will work towards professional membership with either RICS, RTPI, or APM, depending on your experience and the nature of the projects you are working on. The appropriate pathway will be selected in collaboration with your line manager.
You will gain hands-on experience in pre-construction and construction sequencing, logistics planning, and programme evaluation. Your exposure will span the full project lifecycle—from concept design through to completion—across sectors such as commercial, residential, infrastructure, and lifestyle/culture.
Working within a collaborative team, you will assist your line manager with various aspects of daily work. You’ll be expected to work with a degree of autonomy while knowing when to seek guidance to ensure the best outcomes. This role will help you build a solid knowledge base of your responsibilities, the firm, and the wider industry—and how they all fit together.
You will also be enrolled in the G&T Chartership Programme, which supports the integration of theoretical learning with practical experience. Your training will require you to take initiative, ask questions, and contribute meaningfully to project planning and delivery.
Programme Duration:
The duration of the Planning Assistant development programme will vary depending on your academic background and the professional membership route you pursue:
Programme Duration:
The duration of the Planning Assistant development programme will vary depending on your academic background and the professional membership route you pursue:
- Cognate Degree Holders (e.g., Construction Management, Planning, Engineering): Typically, 2–3 years, depending on the selected professional body (RICS, RTPI, or APM).
- Non-Cognate Degree Holders: Typically, 3–5 years, depending on the selected professional body and the level of experience required to meet chartership criteria. The appropriate pathway and timeline will be determined in consultation with your line manager, based on your qualifications and the nature of the projects you are assigned to.
General Responsibilities
Working under the guidance of your line manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in the preparation of strategic project programmes
- Maintaining and updating project documentation
- Attending site and design team meetings
- Supporting Project Managers in implementing project goals
- Preparing progress dashboards and reports for client and internal use
- Collecting and analysing data to support decision-making
- Engaging with the supply chain to maintain current market knowledge
- Communicating with clients to build and maintain strong relationships
- Assisting in the development of action plans for time, resource, and process management
- Supporting project execution and monitoring progress
- Liaising with project leads to maintain schedules and project efficiency
- Reviewing project implementation and gathering progress data
- Coordinating post-completion activities with project teams
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Essential:
- A 2:1 or above in your degree
- Strong IT skills and familiarity with common software tools
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, trustworthy, and proactive
- Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Commitment to learning and professional development
- Genuine interest in construction, planning, and the built environment.
Desirable:
- Basic understanding of Gantt chart software (e.g., Asta Powerproject, MS Project, Oracle P6)
Please note the following when applying for this role:
We are unable to support/sponsor individuals who require a work permit to work in the UK for our early talent roles.
We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close applications for this role if all positions have been filled ahead of the date advertised.
Due to the large number of duplicate applications received for early talent roles at G&T, we are only able to screen one application per candidate each academic year. If more than one application is submitted by the same person we will only be able to respond to the first one received.
