Are you a former civil engineer who got into planning and are now looking for a new change in your career?
I am working with a national civil engineering contractor who is looking to add a Project Planner to their infrastructure scheme in Hampshire. The role involves effective portfolio planning and programming of a civils project using P6 (Primavera 6). As the project Planner, you will report to the Planning Manager, as well as sit in meetings with the board of the project, ensuring that all planning procedures are implemented under programme strategy and client governance. What will make candidates stand out is their ability to liaise with the site team and understand TQs and realistic delays to projects which in effect will keep the programme as accurate as possible.
Responsibilities:
- Plan projects and ensure they are programmed to a level of detail necessary for the site team to deliver the scheme without delays
- Ensuring the review of progress, forward planning, and lookahead programmes are carried out
- Identifying risks
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans using P6, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives and timelines
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration between project teams, stakeholders, and external partners to assist with project planning and execution
- Provide expert planning support and guidance on NEC contract requirements
- Attend site visits and stakeholder meetings to monitor progress and resolve issues.
What's in it for you?
- An opportunity to work for a forward-thinking contractor with an excellent employee retention rate
- Plenty of interesting and challenging projects to work on in the future
- A competitive salary and package
- A chance to grow with the business as they actively win more work
The ideal candidate will have:
- A degree or certificate in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
- A UK driving license
- Knowledge of NEC form of contracts
- Experience of Primavera P6
- Expert knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring, and controlling programmes
- Experience in Earned Value Management is desirable but not essential
- Experience working on civil engineering projects
If you feel this opportunity is well suited to you, please submit a copy of your CV asap.