At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and maintain integrated schedules for impactful water projects.
- Company: Join a leading organisation in the UK water sector with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid work, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with strong support for career development.
- Why this job: Make a difference in water management while enhancing your planning skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in programme planning and proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Programme Planner to support programme delivery within a PMO environment. This role will focus on developing and maintaining integrated schedules, ensuring strong governance, and providing clear visibility of programme performance, costs, risks, and benefits.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain programme schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Create a single, integrated programme view aligned with client systems (SAP).
- Apply governance and assurance processes to ensure accurate reporting of deliverables, risks, and opportunities.
- Challenge programme data to ensure alignment with business strategy and accuracy of information.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the programme and wider organisation.
- Monitor and align cost forecasts, budgets, and actuals, including VOWD reporting.
- Support baseline management and cost profile reviews with senior programme stakeholders.
- Work with benefits and change teams to track and report programme benefits and regulatory commitments.
- Provide support and training to PMO teams to improve planning capability and compliance.
Requirements
- Experience in programme or project planning within the UK water sector.
- Proven experience using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Experience working with SAP for programme or cost management.
- Strong understanding of programme governance, planning, and reporting processes.
- Professional membership or certification (e.g., APM, MSP, PRINCE2, P3O, ITIL).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to analyse data and clearly present insights to senior stakeholders.
- Confident working in fast-paced environments and driving delivery outcomes.
Planner in Slough employer: Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking organisation in Reading that values innovation and collaboration, offering a flexible hybrid work environment. As a Planner, you will benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises employee growth through training and development opportunities, while also enjoying the chance to make a meaningful impact in the water sector. With a focus on strong governance and stakeholder engagement, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to essential programme delivery in a dynamic and rewarding setting.
Contact Details:
Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment Recruitment Team
