PMO / Project Planner

MRL Consulting Group | Global Niche Technology Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MRL Consulting Group | Global Niche Technology Recruitment in the United Kingdom is seeking a PMO/Project Planner to drive space and technology programmes. You will manage internal projects, develop plans, and coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Finance and Operations.

The role emphasizes data analysis, advanced Excel (VBA/macros), and dashboards, with Jira/Confluence for reporting. Requires 5+ years in PMO/Programme Planning within space/defence contexts and a degree in

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Project Management or PMO, Programme Planning or Project Controls
• Space/Defence/Satellite background
• Advanced Excel skills with VBA/macros
• Experience with Jira/Confluence dashboards & reporting
• Experience developing project plans, schedules, WBS, tracking tools
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with Engineering, Finance and Programme Management teams
• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, PM or related discipline

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and workstreams from planning through delivery
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones and dependencies
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and track project progress
• Identify risks, issues and resource constraints
• Support programme planning, forecasting and cost tracking (ETC/EAC)
• Build and maintain advanced Excel planning tools, dashboards and reports
• Manage project tracking and reporting through Jira and Confluence
• Improve PMO processes, reporting structures and planning tools

Skills

PMO experience

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

Education

Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Project Management or related discipline

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Excel

Job description

We're Hiring: PMO / Project Planner – Space & Technology

Are you an experienced PMO / Project Planner with strong analytical skills and a passion for driving complex engineering projects?

We are seeking a PMO / Project Planner to manage internal projects and workstreams within larger technology programmes. This is a varied role combining project delivery, programme planning, project controls and data analysis.

You'll work closely with Engineering, Finance, Operations and Programme Management teams, ensuring projects remain on track, risks are identified and progress is clearly reported.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage projects and workstreams from planning through to delivery.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones and dependencies.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and track project progress.
• Identify risks, issues and resource constraints.
• Support programme planning, forecasting and cost tracking (ETC/EAC).
• Build and maintain advanced Excel planning tools, dashboards and reports.
• Manage project tracking and reporting through Jira and Confluence.
• Improve PMO processes, reporting structures and planning tools.

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years' experience in Project Management, PMO, Programme Planning or Project Controls.
• Come from a Space/Defence/Satellite/Communication background
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including advanced formulas, VBA and macros.
• Practical experience using Jira and Confluence, including dashboards and reporting.
• Experience developing project plans, schedules, WBS structures and tracking tools.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working across Engineering, Finance and Programme Management teams.
• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Project Management or a related discipline.

An excellent opportunity to join a high-technology engineering environment, supporting complex projects within the satellite communications and space technology sector.

Competitive salary and benefits package, including private healthcare, pension, life insurance and income protection.

Please note: UK applicants will be subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening.