Cost & Programme Planner (Construction)

Because we strive to put people first.

What's a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you're making, the experiences you're having and the people you're with. You're our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.

Reporting to the Senior Feasibility Manager, the Cost & Programme Planner (Construction) position is part of the Feasibility & Commercial team within the Store Development Department. The role will broadly support all aspects of construction cost management construction programmes and the ongoing process development. Working closely with Finance and other key stakeholders, the co-ordinator will report on construction CapEx and bring analytical and commercial insights to drive value and performance. The coordinator can be part of the new store rollout by developing robust feasibility studies.

What You'll Get

People are at the heart of what we do here, so it's essential that we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. Let's talk lifestyle:

1. 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays, and if you want, you can buy five more days to enjoy
2. Your day, your way: an opportunity for a 2 pm early Friday finish and a subsidised cafeteria.
3. Primark Perks – Discounts with some local partner businesses to our offices

What You'll Do:

We want you to feel challenged and inspired. Here, you'll develop your skills across a range of responsibilities:

• Planning and coordinating Store Development Feasibility: Oversee all processes, ensuring timely task completion and business needs are met.
• Manage Construction Programmes: Produce and communicate construction schedules and new store rollout data effectively.
• Collaborate and Communicate: Work with teams to improve rollout programmes and manage stakeholder expectations on construction timelines.
• Financial and Cost Management: Build and update cost data, manage financial reporting, and ensure accurate cost estimates for feasibility studies.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain relationships with finance and key stakeholders, collaborate on board papers, and travel for technical appraisals and meetings.

What you'll bring:

We want every person in our organisation to feel like they're making a key contribution. Here are some of the experiences and skills you'll need for the role:

• 3+ years’ experience working in planning and cappex
• Has contributed to a lively team setting, particularly in relation to Retail, Construction, or Finance.
• Experience in construction-related business.
• Possess a high level of financial acumen and analytical skills with demonstrated experience in reporting.
• Knowledge of programme scheduling and project planning.
• Action orientated with the ability to identify and facilitate opportunities for growth, working cross-functionally, not just identifying a problem or solution but making the change
• Possess a detailed knowledge of construction procedures and procurement processes.
• Highly proficient user of all MS applications, in particular Excel, presentations and project management.

Does this sound like you? Great, because we can't wait to see what you'll bring. You'll be supported by a team of equally capable people who will celebrate who you are and aid you in reaching your potential. At Primark, we're excited about our future - and we're excited to develop yours.

About Primark

At Primark, people matter. They're the beating heart of our business and the reason we've grown from our first store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business and over 80,000 colleagues and over 440 stores in 17 countries today. Our values run through everything we do. In essence, we're Caring and always strive to put people first. We're also Dynamic, bravely pushing the boundaries to stay ahead. And finally, we succeed Together.

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