Lead Planner – EPCm Brownfield (Hybrid, Aberdeen)

Wood; Staines-upon-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is recruiting a Lead Planner to support a portfolio of high-profile projects across the UK. Based primarily out of Aberdeen, the role requires hybrid working with three days in the office. You will develop project schedules, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and coordinating effectively across diverse teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in planning roles, a deep understanding of risk management, and proficiency in scheduling software like Primavera.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & Management.
• Significant prior experience in a senior planning role.
• Capability to effectively manage planning across a Framework.
• Drive standardisation, consistency, best practices for performance excellence.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the development of project schedules and plans.
• Forecasting and trending using performance indicators.
• Clear communication and coordination across projects.

Skills

Cost Management

Change Control

Planning

Risk Analysis

EPCm Cost Management

Primavera

Education

ISCED level 6 (Bachelor's Degree)

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

A leading engineering firm is recruiting a Lead Planner to support a portfolio of high-profile projects across the UK. Based primarily out of Aberdeen, the role requires hybrid working with three days in the office. You will develop project schedules, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and coordinating effectively across diverse teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in planning roles, a deep understanding of risk management, and proficiency in scheduling software like Primavera.