Project Planner – Water & Infrastructure Programmes

United Utilities; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension (employer contribution)

Performance bonus

Healthcare plan

Life assurance

Hybrid working

Job summary

United Utilities is seeking a Project Planner to join its PMO and help plan and optimise major infrastructure programmes across the North West. The role focuses on turning complex information into clear schedules and working with diverse stakeholders to drive successful delivery.

The ideal candidate will have experience in project planning and scheduling, knowledge of Primavera P6, and the ability to manage multiple work packages.

Qualifications

• Experience in project planning and scheduling across capital projects.
• Ability to develop and manage complex project schedules.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 or similar planning software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project and programme schedules across a range of capital projects using Primavera P6.
• Collaborate with project teams and contractors to create realistic, deliverable plans.
• Monitor project performance against milestones and identify opportunities to improve delivery.
• Assess contractor submissions under NEC contracts.
• Analyse programme data, assess risks and support solutions to minimise delays.
• Communicate schedule performance and critical path impacts clearly to stakeholders.
• Coordinate activities across multiple work packages and delivery partners.
• Support forecasting, reporting and Earned Value Management where appropriate.

Skills

Project planning

Stakeholder coordination

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

United Utilities is seeking a Project Planner to join its PMO and help plan and optimise major infrastructure programmes across the North West. The role focuses on turning complex information into clear schedules and working with diverse stakeholders to drive successful delivery.

The ideal candidate will have experience in project planning and scheduling, knowledge of Primavera P6, and the ability to manage multiple work packages.