Senior Planner

Aureos; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AUREOS INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LIMITED on behalf of Taylor Woodrow / Aureos JV working on Washwood Heath for HS2 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Planner to lead and manage complex planning activities for our depot project. This role involves ensuring project timelines are met, resources are optimally allocated, and potential delays are mitigated through proactive planning and strategic oversight.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years’ experience in infrastructure planning, expert

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in project planning and scheduling in infrastructure.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Strong CPM and earned value management knowledge.
• Leadership and mentoring experience.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain detailed project schedules and critical path analyses for multiple infrastructure projects using planning software.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and stakeholders to define scope, objectives and deliverables.
• Monitor progress, identify variances from baselines, and develop recovery plans.
• Perform risk assessments related to timelines and resources and propose mitigations.
• Prepare and present planning reports, forecasts and analyses to senior management and clients.
• Facilitate planning meetings and reviews; mentor junior planners.
• Ensure compliance with JV policies and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes and tools.
• Support risk management activities.

Skills

CPM

Earned Value Management

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field

Master’s degree or PMP/PSP certification

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

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Job Summary

AUREOS INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LIMITED on behalf of Taylor Woodrow / Aureos JV working on Washwood Heath for HS2 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Planner to lead and manage complex planning activities for our diverse depot project. This role involves ensuring project timelines are met, resources are optimally allocated, and potential delays are mitigated through proactive planning and strategic oversight.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain detailed project schedules and critical path analyses for multiple infrastructure projects, utilizing industry-standard planning software.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, and translate these into comprehensive project plans.
• Conduct regular progress monitoring, identify variances from the baseline schedule, and develop recovery plans to ensure projects remain on track.
• Perform risk assessments related to project timelines and resources, and propose mitigation strategies to minimize potential impacts.
• Prepare and present detailed planning reports, forecasts, and analyses to senior management and clients, providing clear insights into project status and potential challenges.
• Facilitate planning meetings, workshops, and review sessions to ensure alignment and effective communication across project teams.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior planners and project team members on best practices in project planning and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant JV policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of planning processes and tools within the organization.
• Have understanding of risk management and assist the risk team

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP, PSP) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in project planning and scheduling, specifically within the infrastructure sector (e.g., transportation, utilities, civil works).
• Expert proficiency in project planning software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of critical path methodology (CPM), earned value management (EVM), and other project control techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Superior communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven leadership capabilities and experience in mentoring team members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.

Equal Opportunities

Aureosare an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.