Project Planner - Infra Projects & Schedule Coordination

Extension Recruitment; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based engineering firm in Gateshead is seeking a Project Planner to support project teams by maintaining schedules and documentation. The role involves preparing updates, coordinating activities, and assisting in client communications. Ideal candidates have experience in project support, strong organisational skills, and are confident with Microsoft Excel. The company promotes diversity in its recruitment processes and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Project Administrator, Programme Coordinator, or Project Support role.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project trackers, schedules, and documentation.
• Prepare weekly updates, including labour lookaheads and meeting notes.
• Support planning activities like booking training and checking competency records.
• Assist with client-facing reports, change request documentation, and issue logs.
• Coordinate purchase order tracking and internal communications.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Project planning tools

Job description

A UK-based engineering firm in Gateshead is seeking a Project Planner to support project teams by maintaining schedules and documentation. The role involves preparing updates, coordinating activities, and assisting in client communications. Ideal candidates have experience in project support, strong organisational skills, and are confident with Microsoft Excel. The company promotes diversity in its recruitment processes and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.