Senior Project Planner
- Annual Salary: £40,000 - £53,000
- Location: Winchester
- Job Type: Full-time
My client are a medium-sized engineering company delivering engineering solutions to industries across europe. They are looking for a Senior Project Planner who is adept at managing and monitoring complex projects through all stages, ensuring efficient methodologies and timely delivery.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, ensuring adherence to standards.
- Prepare detailed cost forecasts, perform risk assessments, and manage contingency planning.
- Implement a Project Controls Plan outlining best practices for cost control, planning, scheduling, and risk management.
- Analyze and interpret schedule variances, identify critical paths, and manage forward loading techniques.
- Provide Earned Value Management (EVM) data to track project progress and performance.
- Identify project deviations and communicate these to the project team for timely mitigation.
- Ensure all project issues and risks are highlighted, understood, and managed effectively.
- Promote process compliance and continuous improvement across project teams.
- Maintain effective relationships with suppliers and clients, ensuring smooth project execution.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Expert user of Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Detailed understanding of infrastructure projects from design to commissioning.
- Proven ability in defining clear project schedules and planning.
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across various engineering disciplines.
- Deep knowledge of Project Control principles including budget management and change control.
- Familiarity with commercial and financial aspects of project management.
- Significant experience with NEC contracts.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave,
- Pension
- Health care scheme
- 4 x salary Life Assurance
- Flexible working
How to apply:
To apply for the Senior Project Planner position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.