Senior Project Planner

ZipRecruiter; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence engineering organization seeks a meticulous Senior Project Planner in Lichfield. You will create integrated master schedules, manage critical paths, and support stakeholder collaboration in groundbreaking projects. This role offers an attractive salary along with comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and retirement plans

Professional Growth: Continuous learning and career advancement opportunities

Cutting-Edge Projects: Groundbreaking engineering projects

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside industry experts

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing schedules on large-scale engineering programmes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project for building and managing IMS.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid delivery frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain high-quality master schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Identify and manage the critical path and support scenario planning.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate work package plans and milestones.

Skills

Project Planning

Defence

Maritime

Schedule Management

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

MS Project

Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Jira

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

JIRA

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Project Planner

Location: Lichfield

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

Key Skills: Project Planning, Defence, Maritime, MS Project, Schedule Management, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodologies, Jira

Join Our Team as a Senior Project Planner and Drive Project Planning to New Heights!

Are you a meticulous Senior Project Planner with a passion for precision and excellence? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in ensuring top-tier standards in a well-established defence engineering organization? Look no further! We invite you to join our team in Lichfield and be a key driver of engineering excellence.

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 Senior Project Planner to contribute to our continued success.

The Role:

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

• Create and maintain fully integrated, high-quality master schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Identify and manage the critical path; support scenario planning for resourcing and dependencies.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure accurate integration of work package plans, milestones, and risks.
• Align schedule activities with Agile planning inputs (epics, sprints) and delivery cadences.
• Provide clear, data-driven reporting on schedule performance, forecasts, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Govern schedule baselines and manage change control across programme teams.
• Interface with external customer planners to ensure alignment in reporting and data structures.
• Mentor colleagues and act as the programme’s subject matter expert in planning and scheduling.

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

• Proven experience managing schedules on large-scale, multi-year engineering programmes (preferably defence, aerospace, or high-tech sectors).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project for building and managing IMS.
• Deep understanding of project risk and its effect on scheduling.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid delivery frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Competency with resource planning tools and scenario modelling.
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and cost/schedule integration.
• Membership in a professional body (e.g., APM, PMI).
• Experience with JIRA or similar Agile tools.

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.

How to Apply:

Showcase your expertise and passion for project planning. Submit your updated resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and enthusiasm for joining our team in Lichfield.

***PLEASE NOTE***

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