Primavera P6 Project Planner

ZipRecruiter; Camberley; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical firm in Camberley is seeking a Primavera P6 Project Planner for a multi-million-pound security installation project. The ideal candidate will manage project timelines and work closely with teams to ensure project success. Key responsibilities include building schedules and coordinating activities across multiple teams. Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a full UK driving licence for site visits. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Planner using Primavera P6.
• Excellent planning, analysis, and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain detailed schedules using Primavera P6.
• Coordinate planning activities across engineering, procurement, and site teams.
• Monitor progress and prepare accurate reports.

Skills

Project Planning

Decision-Making

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description

Primavera P6 Project Planner

We’re hiring a Primavera P6 Project Planner to support the delivery of a multi-million-pound security installation project involving CCTV, access control, and electronic security systems. You’ll be joining a proactive and highly successful SME so you must be comfortable with responsibility and straight line reporting to the MD and client.

Location: Based in Camberley, with regular travel to the project site in Sunbury

Salary: C£60,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM start

Driving Licence: Essential (site visits required)

About the Role

This is a key planning role within a major infrastructure project. You’ll be responsible for developing, managing, and monitoring project timelines using Primavera P6, working closely with technical and on-site teams to ensure everything runs on schedule and within scope.

We’re looking for someone with strong decision-making abilities, a consultative approach, and the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels. You’ll need to be assertive when required, but always approachable and solutions-focused — someone who’s both resilient and a pleasure to work with.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain detailed schedules using Primavera P6
• Coordinate planning activities across engineering, procurement, and site teams
• Monitor progress and prepare accurate progress reports and forecasts
• Identify risks and bottlenecks, proposing effective mitigations
• Visit the Sunbury site regularly to ensure schedules align with real-world progress
• Support project managers with critical path analysis, resource allocation, and schedule control

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Project Planner using Primavera P6
• Excellent planning, analysis, and communication skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• A confident, collaborative, and diplomatic personality
• Able to remain calm under pressure and influence constructively
• Full UK driving licence (regular site travel required)

Desirable Experience

• Familiarity with CCTV, access control, or electronic security systems
• Experience with high-value infrastructure or technical installations

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of planning on a technically exciting project, working with a committed and professional team. You’ll be a vital part of ensuring smooth delivery, backed by a business that values precision, integrity, and a positive working culture.

Interested? Apply now or send a message to learn more — we’d love to hear from you.