Consultant Planner

Consultant : Planning

Our client is a leading provider of project management, design engineering & construction supervision services within the UK Energy, Rail, Defence and Utilities industries.

Job description : Consultant

The ideal candidate will have a background in planning, including scheduling, cost management, risk analysis, and performance monitoring in a defence environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Schedule Management: Develop, monitor, and update detailed project schedules using industry-standard tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project). Ensure the timely completion of milestones and deadlines.

• Cost Management: Monitor and report on project budgets, including the tracking of costs, change orders, and forecasts. Work with project teams to implement corrective actions when necessary.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and issues impacting project performance. Develop and implement risk mitigation plans and provide guidance on how to handle emerging project challenges.

Must-Haves:

• Excellent experience with Primavera 6

• Excellent understanding of cost management, change control, and risk management principles.

• Working knowledge of earned value management (EVM) processes and techniques.

• Familiarity with project governance and assurance processes.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Qualifications
Desirable:

• Degree in engineering, project management, or a related discipline.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., APM, PMI, PRINCE2, or AACE International).

• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.