Lead Project Planner

Tetra Tech; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm based in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Project Planner to join their Project Controls team. The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams and managing major infrastructure projects, including developing programmes from first principles. Proficiency in industry-standard planning software like Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project is essential. The role offers opportunities for growth within the team, with a supportive working environment promoting flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support for work/life balance

Qualifications

• Experienced Lead Project Planner and scheduler.
• Capable of planning major infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with NEC-compliant programmes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update project programmes.
• Lead performance monitoring and scheduling functions.
• Support the planning team in growth and development.

Skills

Experience leading a team

Proficiency in planning software

Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA)

Strong communication skills

Education

MACOSTE, MCIOB, MAPM or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Asta Powerproject

Job description

We have an incredibly exciting opportunity for a Lead Project Planner to join the Tetra Tech Project Controls team. Alongside planning responsibilities, this role will support the planning team in their growth and development. There will be opportunity to be involved in strategic decisions for the project controls planning team, working alongside the Project Controls directors.

About You

You will be an experienced Lead Project Planner and scheduler, who will undertake planning and scheduling functions and performance monitoring alongside the supervision and development of the planning team within Project Controls.

• Development and updating of programmes.
• Submission of NEC‑compliant programmes for acceptance.
• Using the principles of DCMA / CIOB Protocol to undertake integrity checks on supply chain and 3 rd party programmes.
• Maintenance, control, analysis and recovery‑plan activities, through all stages of the Project Life Cycle.

You will be capable of planning and scheduling major infrastructure, new build and refurbishment construction projects, including those with significant non‑routine requirements. You should be proficient in developing programmes from "first principles" and be comfortable with the concepts of three‑point estimates of time, the provision of time risk allowance and production of risk‑adjusted programmes.

We are looking for an agile practitioner who can build relationships, communicate with and support the projects and programme teams, while bringing an innovative approach to problem solving and scheduling.

• Experience leading a team
• MACOSTE, MCIOB, MAPM or equivalent.
• You should demonstrate a good level of proficiency in the use of industry standard planning software, although training can be provided.
• You should have experience of using all industry‑standard planning software, including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project (including POL) and Asta Powerproject.
• Experience of Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA) would be an advantage. We can provide training in the tools we use to produce Monte‑Carlo simulations, such as Primavera Risk Analysis, Predict! and RiskHive Arrisca.
• Experience at project level is preferred.
• Experience of Defence sector projects is highly desirable.
• Ability to obtain security clearance is required.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client‑focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity / shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

We are very happy to discuss flexible working, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours. We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.