Remote Senior Planner & Project Controls Lead

-; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Planner to join their Project & Programme Services team. The role emphasizes maintaining project baselines, supporting project controls, and engaging stakeholders effectively. Applicants should have a related Bachelor's degree, relevant experience in industries like transportation or energy, and proficiency in project management tools like Primavera P6. The position offers excellent career growth opportunities and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Planner in transportation, energy, defence, water, or rail industries.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and their application.
• Experience in the construction or engineering industry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage project baselines.
• Conduct meetings to evaluate project progress.
• Provide advanced reporting outputs like Earned Value Management.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in project management or related field

Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PMI-SP)

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

A global engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Planner to join their Project & Programme Services team. The role emphasizes maintaining project baselines, supporting project controls, and engaging stakeholders effectively. Applicants should have a related Bachelor's degree, relevant experience in industries like transportation or energy, and proficiency in project management tools like Primavera P6. The position offers excellent career growth opportunities and a flexible working environment.