Lead Project Planner

JR United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading project team as a Lead Planner for a £20 million M&E project in Oxford. This role involves managing project structures, controls, and reports, requiring proven experience in JCT & NEC contracts. Fast-paced construction environment awaits your expertise.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in M&E subcontractor projects.
• Strong background in JCT & NEC contracts.
• Expertise in Design & Build methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for project execution.
• Create and track S-curves for accurate forecasting.
• Produce detailed reports to monitor project progress.

Skills

Project Controls

Earned Value Management

Forecasting

Reporting

Design & Build Methodologies

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

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Are you an experienced Lead Planner ready to take on an exciting challenge? We are seeking a talented professional to join a high-profile £20 million M&E project in Oxford.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to ensure efficient project execution.
• Create and track S-curves, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting.
• Produce detailed reports to monitor progress and support decision-making.
• Apply expertise in JCT & NEC contracts within a Design & Build environment.
• Maintain rigorous project controls, including calculating earned vs spent value to optimize cost efficiency.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in M&E subcontractor projects—this is essential.
• Strong background working with JCT & NEC contracts.
• Expertise in Design & Build methodologies.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent planning software.
• Demonstrable knowledge of project controls including earned value management.
• Some travel is required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a landmark m&e project while utilising your skills to drive success. If you thrive in a fast-paced construction environment, we'd love to hear from you!