Senior Project Planner & Lead Scheduler (P6)

BAE Systems.; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Project Planning Professional. This role involves advanced project reporting, scheduling, and leading a small team. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in planning and scheduling, proficiency in Primavera P6, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements. Inclusion and diversity are valued in this workplace.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Green car scheme

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Proven planning and scheduling experience in a project environment.
• Experience in stakeholder management.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of cross-team integration in projects.
• Skilled in data analysis and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced project reporting and scheduling.
• Undertake advanced problem solving and scenario development.
• Follow business processes to meet targets.
• Consolidate information for Programme objectives.
• Lead a small team in developing project schedules.

Skills

Planning and scheduling experience

Stakeholder management

Primavera P6 proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Data analysis and presentation

Education

APM Project Management Qualification or equivalent

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Project Planning Professional. This role involves advanced project reporting, scheduling, and leading a small team. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in planning and scheduling, proficiency in Primavera P6, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements. Inclusion and diversity are valued in this workplace.