Programme Planner

Fujitsu; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking an experienced Programme Planner to coordinate and plan all work across a large account. You will develop detailed project plans, manage transitions to new systems, and ensure effective communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in planning and project management methodologies. The role offers diverse benefits including generous leave and pension plans.

Benefits

26 Days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension – Double matching contributions of up to 10%

Life assurance

Companywide incentive plans

Flexible benefits such as increased holidays / travel / dental

Employee discounts

Employee assistance programme / virtual GP

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an IT Programme Planner or in a similar role.
• Detailed working knowledge of Project Web as a planner in a portfolio role.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive Level 0 project plans including timelines and milestones.
• Coordinate project activities and ensure project tasks are tracked.
• Manage the transition from current plans to using Project Web.
• Identify and escalate conflicts or issues in project plans.
• Support the conduct of risk assessments to minimize project risks.

Skills

Project Web

Project management methodologies

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking skills

Job description

PMO Programme Planner

Location : BSN01

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Programme Planner to be responsible for coordinating and planning all work across a large Account. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in planning within a large programme or across several projects, project management methodologies, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive Level 0 project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, in collaboration with the Project Managers and other key stakeholders (eg Programme Manager).
• Coordinate project activities and ensure that all project tasks are tracked with any updates completed in a timely manner.
• Manage the transition from current plans and ways of working into the use of project web on a daily basis across 40 projects within the portfolio
• Act as a champion for Project Web across the account and provide guidance to PM’s regarding how to structure their plans to obtain the best results from Project Web
• Identify and escalate any conflicts or issues in project plans that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Support the conduct of risk assessments and help highlight mitigation strategies to minimise project risks against the project plans.
• Review the project highlight reports (PHRs) to ascertain progress against the project plans and escalate risks & issues to the Programme Manager on a regular basis.
• If requested to, collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, etc. to ensure project success.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members to ensure project objectives are met.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an IT Programme Planner or in a similar role.
• Detailed working knowledge of Project Web as a planner in a portfolio role
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

This role will require you to become security cleared to a high level.

Benefits

• 26 Days annual leave plus public holidays (3 flexible)
• Pension – Double matching contributions of up to 10%
• Life assurance
• Companywide incentive plans
• Your choices (Flexible benefits such as increased holidays / travel / dental critical illness and more)
• Perks at work – employee discounts
• Employee assistance programme / virtual GP