Senior Project Planner - Reed : Job Details

Senior Project Planner

• Annual Salary: £40,000 - £53,000
• Location: Winchester
• Job Type: Full-time

My client are a medium-sized engineering company delivering engineering solutions to industries across europe. They are looking for a Senior Project Planner who is adept at managing and monitoring complex projects through all stages, ensuring efficient methodologies and timely delivery.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, ensuring adherence to standards.
• Prepare detailed cost forecasts, perform risk assessments, and manage contingency planning.
• Implement a Project Controls Plan outlining best practices for cost control, planning, scheduling, and risk management.
• Analyze and interpret schedule variances, identify critical paths, and manage forward loading techniques.
• Provide Earned Value Management (EVM) data to track project progress and performance.
• Identify project deviations and communicate these to the project team for timely mitigation.
• Ensure all project issues and risks are highlighted, understood, and managed effectively.
• Promote process compliance and continuous improvement across project teams.
• Maintain effective relationships with suppliers and clients, ensuring smooth project execution.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Expert user of Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Detailed understanding of infrastructure projects from design to commissioning.
• Proven ability in defining clear project schedules and planning.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across various engineering disciplines.
• Deep knowledge of Project Control principles including budget management and change control.
• Familiarity with commercial and financial aspects of project management.
• Significant experience with NEC contracts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave,
• Pension
• Health care scheme
• 4 x salary Life Assurance
• Flexible working

How to apply:

To apply for the Senior Project Planner position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.