Senior Planner

Aureos Capital; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; 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 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
• Master's degree or PMP certification highly desirable.
• 8-10 years of progressive experience in project planning and scheduling in infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and stakeholders to define scope and deliverables.
• Monitor progress, identify variances, and develop recovery plans to stay on track.
• Perform risk assessments related to timelines and resources with mitigation strategies.
• Prepare planning reports, forecasts, and analyses for senior management and clients.
• Facilitate planning meetings and reviews to ensure alignment across teams.
• Mentor junior planners in planning best practices and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with JV policies, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes and tools.

Skills

CPM scheduling

Earned Value

Leadership

Stakeholder comms

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree or PMP

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

If you are looking to work for a growing business who truly value and care for their employees, then look no further!

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.

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.
• Have understanding of risk management and assist the risk team.

Whether you are looking for progression in your new role or for your forever job, we will happily welcome your application.

Equal Opportunities

Aureos are 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.