Planner

I require an experienced Planner to work to join an established engineering firm who specialise on large utility projects including Civils and Electrical works in the North of England/ Scotland.
This position will require someone to work from home and take site visits as and when required.
My client has long term frameworks in place working with Tier 1 clients on projects within the UK.
With a constant stream of winning tenders and an order book being filled our client is looking for an experienced Planner who is looking for longevity, stability and a making a firm name for themselves in the structure of the company.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide planning and resource scheduling support for Project Managers & Engineering design team
• Prepare, monitor, co-ordinate and maintain detailed project schedules encompassing design, construction and commissioning
• Regular liaison with client, project team, sub-contractors and suppliers
• Ensure that all schedule adhere to contractual requirements
• Ensure that project schedules are fully monitored during the entire project life cycle (planning through to execution)
• Assist and support in preparing department resource loading and allocation
• Maintain schedule information to enable accurate records of contract history to be accessed
• Support the Project Manager in effective scenario and resource planning activities
• Ensure that head office requirements are fully understood and integrated into the planning functions
• Identification & implementation of project planning processes & procedures
• Support, assist and coach less experienced planners and design coordinators
Desired Experience:
• Extensive program experience within a project based team
• Experienced user of Primavera
• Experience gained from within the Civils, M+E sector would be advantageous although experience from other industries will also be considered.
With the ability to work well as part of a team as well as effectively and autonomously as and when required, you will be personable, experienced within the discipline and well organised.
Starting salary £55 – 60,000 + full package/ benefits which include: -
33 days holiday, annual reviews, healthcare, pension, childcare vouchers and a host of more benefits.
If you would like further details regarding this position or alternatively like to submit your application, please contact Simon Bedlow on (phone number removed) or send by email your CV.
Keywords – Primavera // Civils // North of England // Planner // P6 // Hybrid