Junior Project Planner

ZipRecruiter; Hartlepool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Junior Project Planner to join their team in Hartlepool. You will support various offshore wind projects by tracking progress, assisting in scheduling, and contributing to risk management. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a growing industry while collaborating closely with project managers and engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience with Primavera P6 and strong skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Track timelines, milestones, and resource allocations.
• Support risk assessments and help identify mitigation strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Junior Project Planner – Offshore Wind Industry

Location: Hartlepool, UK

Start Date: 25th March 2025

Contract Type: 6-month rolling contract

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day

Work Arrangement: On-site/Hybrid

About the Role

We’re looking for a Junior Project Planner to support the planning and execution of offshore wind power projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join the renewable energy sector and gain hands-on experience with large-scale wind initiatives. As a Junior Project Planner, you’ll work closely with project managers and engineering teams to track progress, support scheduling, and contribute to risk management and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6
• Track timelines, milestones, and resource allocations
• Perform data analysis and generate reports using Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables and formulas)
• Collaborate with various teams to monitor project progress
• Support risk assessments and help identify mitigation strategies

Requirements

• Experience with Primavera P6 and strong skills in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities