Senior Planner

Description

Senior Planner - Nuclear / Defence

Location: Plymouth - Devonport

Rate: Up to 68.88 per hour - Umbrella PAYE

Hours: 45 hours per week (9-hour days)

Working Pattern: Full-time site-based - no hybrid or home working

Additional Benefit: Daily accommodation / travel uplift for candidates living over 30 miles from site

Security: Must be eligible for BPSS security clearance

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner to take ownership of project scheduling and programme controls on a major project within a live defence environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, manage and maintain detailed integrated project programmes.Coordinate design, procurement, construction and commissioning schedules.Monitor progress, forecast performance and identify programme risks.Lead planning reviews and collaborative planning workshops.Produce programme reports, narratives, dashboards and look-ahead schedules.Manage programme changes and incorporate compensation events.Work closely with project managers, commercial teams, engineers and subcontractors.Essential Experience

5+ years' experience in project planning, ideally within construction.Strong experience developing and managing complex project programmes.Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project or similar planning software.Understanding of civil construction methods and multidisciplinary interfaces.Experience with programme risk, forecasting, change control and reporting.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Desirable

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline.Nuclear, defence or major infrastructure project experience.AACE, PMI-SP or equivalent planning qualification.Experience managing NEC compensation events and contractual programme requirements.

Ad ID: 5419342612