Senior Project Planner

Gold Group Ltd; Ealing; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Planner to join their dynamic team in Ealing. This role is pivotal in coordinating and managing projects, ensuring precision and efficiency. You'll be responsible for maintaining project plans, tracking performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The company is renowned for its innovative engineering solutions and offers a collaborative environment where your skills will be valued. If you are passionate about project planning and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that is making a significant impact in the defence and aerospace sectors.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits

Professional Growth

Cutting-Edge Projects

Collaborative Environment

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or holder of APM certification.
• Proven experience in project planning, preferably in aerospace and defence.
• Advanced IT skills and proficient in MSP or equivalent planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for quality and integrity of project plans and schedule analysis.
• Track project performance to ensure data accuracy weekly and monthly.
• Manage and communicate issues to relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Planning

Project Performance

Stakeholder Management

APM

EVM

CPA

WBS

MS Project

Education

Degree or APM certification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

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Principal Account Manager - Defence & Security - 01342 330549 / [e-mail]

Job Title: Senior Project Planner

Location: Ealing

Salary: £DOE - We are booking interviews next week! Please call or email for a slot

Key Skills: Planning, Projects, Project Performance, Stakeholder Management, APM, EVM, CPA, WBS, MS Project Bids, Proposals

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Project Planner to play a crucial role in coordinating and managing projects within our organization. If you have a passion for precision, planning, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

About Us:

As a distinguished leader in the engineering industry, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and pioneering projects. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a strong reputation, and we're looking for a talented Project Planner to contribute to our continued success.

The Role:

So, what will you be doing as a Senior Project Planner?

1. Accountable for the quality and integrity of project plans and schedule analysis in terms of time, cost and resources
2. Compile reports to ensure project manager and team has up to date and accurate information
3. Verify the maintenance and accuracy of project plans, ensuring that they reflect the project objectives, are updated in a timely manner and communicated at all relevant levels
4. Track project performance to ensure project data accuracy on a weekly and monthly basis
5. Work with cross functional teams to support the planning process
6. Manage and communicate issues to relevant stakeholders
7. Effective resource planning, determining the project requirements and planning for these accordingly including proactive management and resolution of resourcing issues and conflicts
8. Planning and project control processes through regular project control reviews
9. Application and reporting of EVM & CPA
10. Understanding Risk and Opportunity management and maintenance
11. Support bids and proposal planning

What are we looking for in our next Senior Project Planner?

1. Degree qualified or holder of APM certification
2. Full understanding and experience of the APM Body of Knowledge
3. Have proven experience in project planning, preferably within the aerospace and defence industry
4. Understanding of Planning structures and principles (WBS, PBS – Product Breakdown Structure)
5. Advanced IT skills and proficient in the use of MSP and or equivalent planning tools MS Project
6. Working experience of Lifecycle Management (LCM)
7. Proven track record in EVM, CPA, and QSRA

My client is keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Senior Project Planner, this is the opportunity for you!

So, if you are interested in joining a well-established, renowned, globally recognised organisation working with experts in their field as the next Senior Project Planner, hit that apply button now!

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package based on experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and retirement plans to support your well-being.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Cutting-Edge Projects: Engage in groundbreaking engineering projects that impact the industry.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside industry experts in a dynamic and innovative setting.

***PLEASE NOTE***

Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing

Industries

• Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• Manufacturing

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