Lead Planner

Dutton Recruitment; Stafford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Lead Planner for a permanent position in Staffordshire. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in planning/scheduling within engineering, particularly in the energy, oil & gas, or infrastructure sectors. Key responsibilities include managing project programmes, coordinating with teams, and mentoring junior planners. A competitive salary of £45,000 per annum is offered, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in planning/scheduling in engineering (ideally energy, oil & gas, or infrastructure).
• Advanced knowledge and proven experience using MS Project.
• Ability to read technical drawings and manage planning for multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and update detailed project programmes using Microsoft Project.
• Coordinate with project teams to define deliverables and timelines.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Experience in planning/scheduling in engineering

Advanced knowledge of MS Project

Excellent analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Dutton Recruitment (Sheffield Engineering) are recruiting for:

We are looking for a Lead Planner for a permanent position based with our client in Staffordshire.

Immediate start available (subject to interview process)

Salary is £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and update detailed project programmes using Microsoft Project (advanced level essential)
• Coordinate with project teams, engineers, and clients to define deliverables and timelines
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Lead planning workshops and provide regular project reports
• Support tender and bid processes with fully resourced programmes
• Mentor junior planners

Requirements

• 5-7 years' experience in planning/scheduling in engineering (ideally energy, oil & gas, or infrastructure)
• Advanced knowledge and proven experience using MS Project
• Experience with Primavera P6 desirable
• Able to read technical drawings and manage planning for multiple projects
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Degree in Engineering or Project Management preferred

In the first instance, send CV'S to (url removed) or call the team on (phone number removed) (option 1) for Engineering.

Dutton Recruitment are working as an Employment Business on behalf of our client