Planner Scheduler

Linear Recruitment Ltd; Washington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Planner to support a Smart Meter rollout programme in the United Kingdom. The successful candidate will develop and maintain schedules, ensure client requirements are met, and monitor project progress. Essential skills include strong planning and organizational abilities, along with proficiency in Microsoft Project and Excel. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution and continuous improvement of processes.

Qualifications

• Robust experience in planning and scheduling projects.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Skill in producing and maintaining accurate project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains detailed schedules for Smart Meter installations.
• Liaises with internal teams and clients to ensure requirements are met.
• Monitors project progress and resolves issues.

Skills

Strong planning

Organisational abilities

Expertise in Microsoft Project

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

The Planner will support the delivery of a Smart Meter rollout programme by creating, maintaining, and optimising schedules to ensure work is delivered efficiently, safely, and in line with client expectations. The role requires close collaboration with internal teams, clients, and field operations to coordinate resources, manage timelines, and maintain smooth project execution from planning through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains detailed schedules for Smart Meter installations.
• Liaises with internal teams and clients to ensure requirements and standards are met.
• Attends planning and coordination meetings to monitor progress and resolve issues.
• Produces accurate project schedules using Microsoft Project or similar tools.
• Monitors progress, hours, and performance to support efficiency improvements.
• Coordinates with managers to ensure the right resources are available.
• Tracks, updates, and closes out work orders and planning logs.
• Supports continuous improvement of planning and scheduling processes.
• Communicates with stakeholders, providing updates and highlighting risks or delays.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong planning, scheduling, and organisational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and Microsoft Project...