Overview
In this role you will serve as Integrated Project Planner supporting major programmes within Secure Communications UK. You will create and maintain top-level and IPT schedules, analyse costs against forward load, and track milestones and risks. You will provide consolidated management reporting and help standardise planning templates. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive on-time delivery and align projects with the company’s mission in sustainable aerospace and space initiatives.
Pay / Benefits
- competitive salary
- annual profit share
- contributory pension
- hybrid working
- flexible working around core hours
- season ticket loan
Responsibilities
- Create, maintain and deliver top-level and IPT schedules
- Analyse project costs vs forward load with resource tracking
- Track payment milestones and risk indicators
- Manage Change Control activities including waivers/deviations
- Support management with data, reporting, and recommendations
- Provide monthly/quarterly consolidated project reports to senior management
- Create and maintain standardised scheduling/reporting templates
- Provide project administration support to the Project Manager and team
Key requirements
- Experience in Project Management with scheduling, logic checking, Earned Value and Risk Management
- Knowledge of planning best practices (dependencies, resource scheduling, schedule health checks, critical path analysis, WBS)
- Planning to stage boundaries and contingency planning
- Knowledge/understanding of Project Management methodologies
- Proficient use of MS Project Professional & Primavera P6 Professional
- Analytical mindset
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Attention to detail
- MS Project Professional
- Primavera P6 Professional
- Earned Value Management
Integrated Project Planner in Portsmouth employer: Airbus Defence and Space
Airbus Defence and Space Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Portsmouth, Stevenage, or Newport, where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a strong focus on work-life balance, competitive financial rewards, and extensive personal development opportunities, Airbus fosters a culture of inclusivity and support, ensuring that every team member can grow and succeed in their career while enjoying a fulfilling life outside of work.
