Senior Project Planner

Ultra Electronics Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Planner to join their innovative team. This role involves ensuring the quality and integrity of project plans while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support planning processes. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, utilizing advanced project management tools and methodologies to drive project success. With a focus on flexible working arrangements, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge solutions that safeguard naval forces worldwide. If you are passionate about project planning and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Optional 9-day fortnight

TOIL

Flexible working hours

1pm finish on Fridays

Annual bonus

Hybrid working for certain roles

Casual dress

25 days holiday

Christmas shutdown

Option to buy or sell holiday

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or with relevant qualifications (APM certification).
• Proven experience in project planning, ideally in aerospace and defence.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for project plans and schedule analysis in terms of time, cost, and resources.
• Manage and communicate issues to relevant stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Project Planning

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Critical Path Analysis (CPA)

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Degree in a related field

APM Certification

Tools

MS Project (MSP)

Primavera P6

Job description

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Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Flexible Working

At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.

Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.

Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. We also provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month, aligning with our values of Integrity, Transparency, and Alignment. We trust our people to get the job done and are open to working in new ways.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

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 managers and teams have up-to-date and accurate information.
3. Verify the maintenance and accuracy of project plans, ensuring they reflect project objectives, are updated promptly, and communicated effectively.
4. Track project performance to ensure 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 project requirements, and proactively managing resourcing issues and conflicts.
8. Implement and review project control processes regularly.
9. Apply and report on Earned Value Management (EVM) & Critical Path Analysis (CPA).
10. Understand and maintain Risk and Opportunity management.
11. Implement best practice tools and processes to improve planning.
12. Support bids and proposal planning.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Preferably degree qualified or with a suitable relevant qualification (APM certification).
2. Full understanding and experience of the APM Body of Knowledge.
3. Preferably a full member of the APM.
4. Proven experience in project planning, ideally within aerospace and defence industries.
5. Understanding of Planning structures and principles (WBS, PBS – Product Breakdown Structure).
6. Advanced IT skills, proficient in MSP and Primavera P6.
7. Experience with Lifecycle Management (LCM).
8. Proven track record in EVM, CPA, and QSRA.
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
10. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
11. Ability to work effectively in a team and lead cross-functional collaborations.
12. Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards in aerospace and defence.
13. A Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and Agile/Scrum experience.

Benefits on offer:

• Optional 9-day fortnight
• TOIL
• Flexible working hours
• 1pm finish on a Friday
• Annual bonus
• Hybrid working for certain roles
• Casual dress
• 25 days holiday
• Christmas shutdown
• Option to buy or sell holiday
• Option to purchase private healthcare, dental, critical illness, etc., via salary sacrifice
• Reward hub with discounts at over 200 online stores
• 4x annual salary life cover
• Pension starting at 5% Employer / 4% Employee, with flexible contribution options

Relocation Support

We offer financial support for candidates considering relocating, on a case-by-case basis, aligned with HMRC guidelines.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance due to the nature of our programmes. The successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before employment.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime values diversity, inclusion, equity, and equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.