P6 Planner

Outsource Uk Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global defence company is seeking a P6 Planner in Frimley. In this role, you will develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Primavera P6, provide accurate planning data to support decision-making, and identify risks while collaborating with project managers. Strong experience in project planning within a complex environment is essential. Competitive hourly rate offered.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Primavera P6 planning within a complex environment.
• Ability to interpret technical info into project schedules.
• Excellent analytical skills and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Provide planning data to support decision-making.
• Analyse progress and produce reports for stakeholders.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Work with project managers to align schedules with objectives.
• Support improvement of planning processes.

Skills

Primavera P6 planning

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Job Title: P6 Planner

Client: BAE Systems

Location: Frimley

Duration: 12 Months, 37hrs per week (with opportunity for extension)

Hourly Rate: £53.90 Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) ~ £398pd

Clearance Level: BPSS + SC + UK EYES ONLY

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update integrated project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Provide accurate planning data to support programme decision-making and delivery.
• Analyse progress, performance, and forecasts, and produce regular reports for stakeholders.
• Identify risks, issues, and opportunities within the schedule and propose mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure schedules are realistic, achievable, and aligned with project objectives.
• Support continuous improvement of planning processes and tools.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong experience in Primavera P6 planning, ideally within a complex engineering or defence environment.
• Ability to interpret technical information and translate it into detailed project schedules.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, for reporting and analysis.

About BAE: BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security.

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