Project Planner – Science & Tech (3-Year Contract)

Diamond Light Source; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days leave

Pension scheme

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work

On-site parking

Campus amenities

Job summary

Diamond Light Source is seeking an experienced Project Planner to support the Diamond Programme Office on a 3-year fixed term contract. The role focuses on developing and maintaining resourced project plans to underpin world-class science.

You will monitor progress, provide management information, and assist in progress reporting. A degree is required; a project management qualification is desirable, with a hybrid model offering at least 3 days on site.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent; project management qualification desirable.
• Proven experience planning and controlling complex projects.
• Excellent MS Office skills and ability to manipulate data for reporting.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities across multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Project Managers and Support departments to create and maintain resourced project plans and ensure compliance with control standards.
• Monitor progress against plans; identify and resolve issues with involved teams.
• Provide timely, accurate management information to Project Manager and Head of Diamond Programme Office for project oversight.
• Assist in preparing progress reports and meeting notes; maintain documentation.

Skills

Project planning

Project management

Communication

MS Office

Education

Degree or equivalent

Project management qualification desirable

Job description

Diamond Light Source is seeking an experienced Project Planner to support the Diamond Programme Office on a 3-year fixed term contract. The role focuses on developing and maintaining resourced project plans to underpin world-class science.

You will monitor progress, provide management information, and assist in progress reporting. A degree is required; a project management qualification is desirable, with a hybrid model offering at least 3 days on site.