Planner

Mitie; Olney; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service management firm is seeking a Programme Planner in Olney, United Kingdom. You will develop and maintain project programmes, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of project planning experience and proficiency in MS Project and Primavera P6. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. This role is pivotal in ensuring project deadlines and client satisfaction through effective planning and reporting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of previous project planning experience.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Desire for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project programmes per contract requirements.
• Identify and report project delays proactively.
• Prepare detailed reports on project progress for management.

Skills

MS Project

Primavera P6

Project planning

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Business Management or Construction Degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Overview

This role requires a highly skilled Programme Planner possessing in-depth knowledge of contractual frameworks and a strong project planning, scheduling, and monitoring background. The planner should be a strategic thinker with excellent analytical/attention to detail skills and a commitment to ensuring deadlines and commercial requirements are met and delivered on time per client/commercial requirement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update the project programme (Schedule) in accordance with commercial contract requirements (i.e. NEC/FIDIC), ensuring integration of all project activities and alignment with project goals.
• Work closely with the project stakeholders to understand project objectives, scope, and deliverables, translating these into detailed plans and schedules.
• Proactively identify and report on project delays, offering solutions and adjustments to Project stakeholders to mitigate programme impact.
• Implement and manage the planning, monitoring, and control processes stipulated by the commercial contract, ensuring timely communication and reporting progress, risks, and changes leading to revised programme submission.
• Collaborate with the project team and stakeholders to facilitate the early warning process, identify potential risks and changes, and contribute to developing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure the accurate and timely submission of revised programs, forecasts, and revisions, supporting the management of compensation events and contract modifications.
• Facilitate collaborative planning sessions with the project team and other stakeholders to ensure a cohesive approach to project execution, delivery, and programme updates.
• Utilise Microsoft Project/Primavera P6 tools and techniques for planning and progress monitoring, such as critical path analysis and earned value management, to ensure project objectives are met efficiently.
• Prepare and present detailed reports and analyses on project progress, performance, and forecasts to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting potential issues and recommending solutions.
• Collaborating closely with client design leads to assimilate and analyse progress data, ensuring timely communication of insights to the project management team.
• Cultivating and maintaining robust relationships with project teams and clients, ensuring open lines of communication and client satisfaction.
• Ensure that senior management understands all issues within the programme and advise appropriate planning.

What we are looking for

Essential:

• Experience in using MS Project and Primavera P6 (OPC) Software.
• 3+ years previous project planning experience.
• Ability to work under own initiative in the production of Project Programmes and Tender Programmes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Team player with a willingness for continuous improvement.

Desirable:

• Construction or renewable energy experience. Business Management or construction Degree or equivalent.
• Project Management experience.
• Prince 2/APM qualification.