Project Planner

Frey Consulting Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Planner to enhance project delivery across various sectors in the UK. This role is pivotal in ensuring project performance aligns with schedules and budgets while managing stakeholder expectations. You will oversee timeline management, financial control, and risk mitigation strategies. The company offers a supportive environment focused on career development, with opportunities to gain valuable project management certifications. If you are motivated and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Learning & Development Programs

Project Management Certifications Support

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Company Events

Gym Membership Discounts

Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in project scheduling, planning, cost control, and risk management.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project schedules are realistic and manage dependencies to prevent delays.
• Monitor progress against milestones and report KPIs to stakeholders.

Skills

Project Scheduling

Cost Control

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Interpersonal Skills

Education

APM PMQ/PPQ

PRINCE2

PMP

Tools

ERP Systems

Primavera

MS Project

Open Plan

Job description

Alvarium Talent has been retained by a fast-growing project management consultancy seeking a Project Planner to support the successful delivery of complex projects across various UK-based clients.

The client operates across multiple sectors, including defence, industrials, manufacturing, infrastructure, and energy. This role is crucial in driving project performance, ensuring alignment with schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. The company offers opportunities for career development in an environment focused on delivery excellence, with exposure to some of the country's largest and most complex programmes.

Location: UK (London/Manchester/Bristol)

Key Responsibilities

1. Schedule Management – Timeline Oversight: Ensure project schedules are realistic, regularly updated, and manage dependencies and critical paths to prevent delays.
2. Performance Reporting – Progress Tracking: Monitor progress against milestones and report KPIs to stakeholders.
3. Risk Management – Identification and Mitigation: Collaborate with teams to identify risks related to finance, scheduling, and resources, and develop mitigation strategies.
4. Financial Management and Cost Control: Support budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing cost monitoring.
5. Tools and Systems Utilisation: Manage and optimise project management software such as ERP systems, Primavera, or MS Project.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Ideal candidates will possess a blend of the following (not all are required):

• Experience in project scheduling, planning, cost control, and risk management
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., ERP, Primavera, Open Plan, MS Project)
• Relevant qualifications such as APM PMQ/PPQ, PRINCE2, or PMP (preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, high-pressure environment
• Willingness to travel when necessary
• SC Clearance is advantageous but not mandatory; the ability to be security cleared is essential (British national with 5 years of continuous residency)

Employee Benefits

• Learning & Development: Access to tailored programs supporting skills growth
• Project Management Certifications: Full backing for APM and related qualifications
• Private Medical Insurance: Including optical, dental, and hearing coverage
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme: Save on commuting and promote a healthy lifestyle
• Company Events: Engaging activities and networking events across the UK
• Gym Membership Discounts: Access to fitness benefits at reduced rates
• Retail Discounts: Exclusive offers at major retailers

If you are a motivated and experienced Project Planner looking to accelerate your career, apply now to learn more.

Our client is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all employees and applicants. No person will face less favourable treatment based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy and maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.