Project Planner

Ex-armed Forces; East Dean; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ex-armed Forces is seeking a Project Planner to develop, maintain and manage complex programmes across contracts, ensuring NEC3/NEC4 compliance. You will engage with project delivery, commercial and site teams to keep programmes accurate and achievable.

Your role covers baseline and updated schedules, risk mitigation, and detailed reporting to stakeholders, with a strong client-facing element and a focus on recovery plans where required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Project Planner, Senior Planner or Project Controls role.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Comprehensive understanding of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
• Detailed knowledge of Clause 32 Programme requirements and programme management under NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and monitor detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Produce baseline programmes and ensure regular progress updates are completed accurately and in line with project requirements.
• Prepare, manage and maintain NEC3 and NEC4 compliant Clause 32 Programmes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Produce detailed programme narratives and supporting documentation to accompany programme submissions, progress updates, compensation events and contractual communications.
• Develop and maintain cost-loaded and resource-loaded programmes to support forecasting, resource planning and project controls.
• Analyse project performance against contractual milestones, key deliverables and critical path activities.
• Identify programme risks, constraints and delays, developing mitigation and recovery strategies where required.
• Create and demonstrate cause and effect programmes to support compensation events and entitlement claims.
• Support tender and pre-construction activities through the production of programmes, phasing plans and resource schedules.
• Prepare and present programme reports, dashboards and planning information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Act as a client-facing representative for planning matters, attending progress meetings and presenting programme updates confidently and professionally.

Skills

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

NEC3/NEC4 contracts

Clause 32 Programme

Project controls

Client-facing

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

Project Management qualification

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Description

The Project Planner will be responsible for developing, maintaining and managing project programmes across multiple contracts, ensuring compliance with NEC3 and NEC4 contractual requirements. Working closely with commercial, operational and project delivery teams, the role will focus on creating accurate and achievable programmes, supporting compensation event assessments, monitoring project performance and providing programme analysis to support project delivery and commercial outcomes. A key aspect of the position will be understanding how NEC programmes are developed, managed and represented under Clause 32, together with the ability to demonstrate programme impacts, delays, mitigation measures and recovery plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and monitor detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Produce baseline programmes and ensure regular progress updates are completed accurately and in line with project requirements.
• Prepare, manage and maintain NEC3 and NEC4 compliant Clause 32 Programmes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Produce detailed programme narratives and supporting documentation to accompany programme submissions, progress updates, compensation events and contractual communications.
• Develop and maintain cost-loaded and resource-loaded programmes to support forecasting, resource planning and project controls.
• Analyse project performance against contractual milestones, key deliverables and critical path activities.
• Identify programme risks, constraints and delays, developing mitigation and recovery strategies where required.
• Create and demonstrate cause and effect programmes to support compensation events and entitlement claims.
• Assess the impact of change, delay and disruption events and prepare recovery programmes where necessary.
• Support the commercial team in demonstrating delay, recovery of time and programme performance through detailed programme analysis.
• Review and challenge proposed sequencing of works, applying practical construction methodology knowledge to ensure programmes remain logical, efficient and achievable.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams and commercial teams to ensure programme information accurately reflects project delivery requirements.
• Support tender and pre-construction activities through the production of programmes, phasing plans and resource schedules.
• Prepare and present programme reports, dashboards and planning information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Act as a client-facing representative for planning matters, attending progress meetings and presenting programme updates confidently and professionally.
• Assist in the management and assessment of programme-related contractual matters under NEC contracts.

Experience and Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Project Planner, Senior Planner or Project Controls role.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Comprehensive understanding of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
• Detailed knowledge of Clause 32 Programme requirements and programme management under NEC contracts.

Desirable Experience and Qualifications

• Experience within fencing, construction, utilities, infrastructure, highways, rail, civil engineering or energy sectors.
• Degree or qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of programme delay analysis techniques.
• Understanding of project controls and performance measurement methodologies.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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About Littlewood

At Littlewood Group we are a leading force in the UK's security, fencing, and barrier industry, recognised for designing, building, and installing some of the largest and most intricate projects across the country. From initial design and consultation to the final installation, we offer tailored services including planning, engineering, bespoke designs, and ongoing support. Our team works hand-in-hand with clients to ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational efficiency throughout the entire process. Whether in the field or behind the scenes, our team plays a key role in executing complex security projects that protect people and property. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where professional development, teamwork, and job satisfaction are paramount. If you're looking for a rewarding career with real impact, Littlewood is the place for you.