Project Planner

Adecco; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Project Planner to join their team in a critical programme aimed at improving network design for Net Zero aligned projects. This high-visibility role involves managing complex plans, working with a dynamic team, and developing visual reports to ensure alignment with project goals.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of project planning principles and tools.
• Experience managing complex programme plans.
• Ability to create detailed project plans and high-level milestones.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and manage project plans across the full programme lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers and SMEs.
• Create strong visual reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Scheduling

Risk Analysis/Assessments

Baseline Management

Critical Path Analysis

Integrated Planning

Resourcing

Visual Reporting

Tools

Microsoft Project

POL

Job description

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This role will be focused on designing and implementing a reformed Connections process to achieve quicker connections for viable and Net Zero aligned projects, as well as a more coordinated and efficient network design that benefits customers and consumers.

We are looking to welcome an experienced Project Planner to join our client's team supporting this high-visibility, complex programme. The programme activity is already in-flight with a delivery team working to challenging timescales, although the plan is still being developed. The Planner will need to navigate this, working closely with Project Managers and subject matter experts (SMEs) to further develop and manage plans.

This role reports into the Programme Manager and will be responsible for developing, integrating, and managing project and programme plans across the full programme lifecycle.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of key project planning principles such as Scheduling, Risk Analysis/Assessments, Baseline Management, Critical Path Analysis, Integrated Planning, and Resourcing
• Experience managing complex programme plans across various planning tools (Microsoft Project, POL, etc)
• Skilled in creating detailed project plans and high-level milestones to keep projects on track
• Ability to create strong visual reports to support, communicate, and socialise with key stakeholders, reflecting timeline, critical path, RAG, risk, due dates, overdue tasks, etc.
• Energy/Utilities background beneficial.

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