Lead Planner

nexos; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

nexos is seeking a Functional Lead for Planners to oversee all planning activities within contracts. The role involves mentoring the planning team, ensuring quality of deliverables, and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates should possess strong leadership and extensive project planning experience, with a focus on continuous improvement and adherence to industry standards.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a Project Planning role.
• Experience of leading and developing a team.
• Strong working knowledge of project controls theory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruitment and development of Planners.
• Attend planning meetings for quality assurance.
• Regularly audit plans and reports for consistency.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Project Controls Theory

Procedure Writing

Stakeholder Management

Education

HNC or higher qualifications

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

Job description

Job Purpose:

Functional Lead for all Planners across the nexos business. Deliver all planning activities within a contract or project. Advise Project/Contract Manager and key contract stakeholders on the plan performance of the contract through plans, forecasts, histograms, analysis, control measures, S-curves, and reporting. Prepare and issue plans and deliverables on time and to expected quality standards, including trending and schedule risk analysis with narrative. Establish and develop good working relationships with client project controls counterparts and demonstrate high levels of professional conduct and discipline. Challenge and mentor individuals within the planning function to drive best practise and continuous improvement.

Reporting Line:

Primary – Delivery: Commercial Lead

Functional: Head of PMO

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the commercial leads in ensuring that all planning requirements are always met across the business
• Attend planning meetings across all contracts (not every meeting, but a selection as required) to ensure quality and effectiveness is maintained.
• Regularly audit plans, reports, and deliverables to ensure consistency of application. Own and update procedures and work instructions, along with Commercial Leads.
• Assist in the recruitment process of new Planners and their development alongside the Commercial Leads
• Assist the PMO in the creation, implementation and upkeep of all company standard planning practises.
• Ensure the optimal use of process and tools and the continual improvement of the planning service.
• Define the reporting standards and templates of the planning function. Develop and ensure compliance with any client specific deviations, as agreed by the Commercial Leads.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Essential:
• Experience of leading and developing a team.
• Extensive experience in a Project Planning role.
• Experience of “cradle to grave” project lifecycles.
• Strong working knowledge of project controls theory and practices.
• Procedure and work instruction writing experience.
• Expert level Primavera P6 experience.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Desirable:
• HNC or higher qualifications preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive stakeholder engagement and management.
• Organisation, chairing meetings and presentation skills.
• Business planning/commercial understanding.
• Attention to detail.
• Facilitation experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Work Environment/Conditions:

• Office: Albyn Place, with travel to other Aberdeen and UK offices to support business operations.
• Full-Time: 37.5-hours per week.

Disclaimer:

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to provide an overview of the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The role holder may be required to perform other duties as assigned, which are not listed here but are necessary to meet the business needs of the company.