Project Planner - Grafton Recruitment : Job Details

Project Planner Hybrid optional Location: Rugby, CV21 Salary: £400-£500 p/d Hours: Mon-Friday- 40 hoursGrafton Recruitment are working on behalf of a busy, leading business in the Rugby area, who are looking for an experienced Project Planner to be a key member of the project controls team along with a focus on supporting the planning, cost control and risk management projects. The role:

• Develop and maintain detailed, integrated schedules that account for both internal project plans and supplier timelines, with a focus on marine project requirements and security considerations.
• Implement best practices in project planning, including scenario analysis, to manage risks, especially those that may impact the secure delivery of the project.
• Provide ongoing updates to project schedules to reflect progress and potential security or project delays.
• Track project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures, ensuring that financial controls align with both project goals and security protocols.
• Implement Earned Value Management (EVM) to track project performance and provide insights into schedule and cost adherence.
• Identify project risks, including those that could impact security, and work with internal teams and suppliers to develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Partner with suppliers to ensure their schedules align with the overall project timelines, particularly in the marine sector, where tight schedules and high-security standards are critical.
• Establish clear communication channels with suppliers to proactively manage any delays or issues, ensuring compliance with security and project requirements.
• Conduct supplier schedule reviews and audits, ensuring adherence to both technical and security-related specifications.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure supplier contracts include robust planning, schedule management, and security criteria.

You will need:* Significant experience in project planning, controls, and scheduling within high-security and/or marine industries.* Proven track record in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders, including suppliers, contractors, and cross-functional teams.* Proficiency in project planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) and financial systems (e.g., SAP).* Strong understanding of cost control, risk management, and scheduling within the context of high-security and marine projects.If you meet the above criteria, please apply directly by clicking the link or contact Chloe Sims on /