Programme Planner

DXC Technology; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

DXC Technology in Farnborough is seeking a Programme Planner to create and maintain integrated programme schedules. This role is key to ensuring delivery confidence across projects by managing dependencies and risks effectively.

The ideal candidate will have experience in complex planning environments and be skilled in using tools such as MS Project, Jira, and PowerBI. DXC Technology fosters an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in programme or portfolio planning within complex, multi-project environments.
• Strong capability with planning and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of programme and project methodologies such as MSP, PRINCE2, and Agile.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated programme and project schedules using DXC standard planning tools.
• Align milestones and deliverables with contractual commitments across the programme.
• Monitor progress and produce insightful reporting, dashboards, and schedule analysis.

Skills

Programme or portfolio planning

Planning and reporting tools

Programme and project methodologies

Excellent communication skills

Analytical thinking

Tools

MS Project

Jira

PowerBI

Excel

Job description

Program Planner

Location: Farnborough

Security Clearance: Candidates are required to hold UK DV clearance

At DXC Technology, we deliver essential IT services that help our customers modernise systems, optimise data architectures, and ensure security and scalability across public and private sector organisations. We are now looking for a Programme Planner to play a key role in building confidence in delivery through robust, integrated programme planning.

As a Programme Planner, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining high‑quality, integrated programme schedules that provide a single, reliable view of delivery progress. You will use evidence‑based planning techniques to ensure clarity across milestones, dependencies, risks, and overall programme confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated programme and project schedules using DXC standard planning tools.
• Align milestones and deliverables with contractual commitments across the programme.
• Monitor progress and produce insightful reporting, dashboards, and schedule analysis.
• Manage baselines, stage gates, and change control in line with governance standards.
• Facilitate planning workshops and collaborate closely with delivery teams, PMO, and senior stakeholders.
• Identify and manage schedule risks, issues, and cross‑workstream dependencies.
• Continuously improve planning processes, tooling, and reporting capability.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in programme or portfolio planning within complex, multi‑project environments.
• Strong capability with planning and reporting tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, PowerBI, Excel).
• Knowledge of programme and project methodologies such as MSP, PRINCE2, and Agile.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively across teams.

Desirable Skills

• Professional project or programme management certifications.
• Experience working within enterprise PMO environments.
• Exposure to automated reporting solutions.
• Familiarity with Agile planning techniques.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate, reliable programme schedules that drive informed decision‑making.
• Clear and insightful reporting that supports delivery confidence.
• Strong management of dependencies and schedule risks.
• Continuous improvement in planning practices across the programme.

Inclusive Workplace Statement

DXC Technology is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage interest from women, underrepresented groups, and neurodivergent candidates. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and are dedicated to creating a supportive, accessible environment for everyone.