Utilities Planner

United Living Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company based in Leeds is seeking a Planner to optimise project schedules and resource allocation. You will manage detailed schedules, track progress, and report insights to stakeholders. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of experience in project planning within construction or utilities and is proficient in planning software and MS Excel.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in project planning & scheduling within utilities, construction, or infrastructure.
• Proficiency in planning software & streetworks legislation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear insights for teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage detailed schedules, define project milestones, and ensure effective resource use.
• Track project progress, analyse performance data, and identify potential bottlenecks.
• Provide insights via reports (Gantt charts, S-curves, histograms) and keep stakeholders informed.
• Identify scheduling risks, conduct scenario analyses, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Implement best practices and provide training on planning tools.

Skills

Project scheduling

Resource allocation

Risk management

Process improvement

Data analysis

Tools

Planning software

MS Excel

Job description

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Are you a detail-oriented planner with a passion for optimising project timelines and driving efficiency? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your scheduling expertise directly impacts project success? If so, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

At United Living, we’re shaping the future of utilities and infrastructure, delivering high-impact projects with precision and excellence. As aPlanner, you’ll be at the heart of our operations—developing, maintaining, and optimising project schedules to keep everything on track.

This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team, working on exciting projects while making a real difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

Project Scheduling & Resource Allocation – Create and manage detailed schedules, define project milestones, and ensure resources are used effectively.
Schedule Monitoring & Control – Track project progress, analyse performance data, and identify potential bottlenecks.
Reporting & Communication – Provide clear, insightful reports (Gantt charts, S-curves, histograms) and keep stakeholders informed.
Risk Management – Identify scheduling risks, conduct “what-if” scenario analyses, and propose mitigation strategies.
Process Improvement – Implement best practices, drive continuous improvements, and provide training on planning tools.

Job Description

Are you a detail-oriented planner with a passion for optimising project timelines and driving efficiency? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your scheduling expertise directly impacts project success? If so, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

At United Living, we’re shaping the future of utilities and infrastructure, delivering high-impact projects with precision and excellence. As aPlanner, you’ll be at the heart of our operations—developing, maintaining, and optimising project schedules to keep everything on track.

This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team, working on exciting projects while making a real difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

Project Scheduling & Resource Allocation – Create and manage detailed schedules, define project milestones, and ensure resources are used effectively.
Schedule Monitoring & Control – Track project progress, analyse performance data, and identify potential bottlenecks.
Reporting & Communication – Provide clear, insightful reports (Gantt charts, S-curves, histograms) and keep stakeholders informed.
Risk Management – Identify scheduling risks, conduct “what-if” scenario analyses, and propose mitigation strategies.
Process Improvement – Implement best practices, drive continuous improvements, and provide training on planning tools.

Qualifications

Experience:2+ years in project planning & scheduling within utilities, construction, or infrastructure.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in planning software & streetworks legislation, advanced MS Excel, and data analysis tools.
Analytical & Organisational Abilities: Strong problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Communication & Collaboration: Ability to translate complex data into clear insights for teams and stakeholders.
Certifications: AACEi PSP (or similar) is a plus!