We’re looking for a Planner to join our Programmes team and play a key role in coordinating operational activities, resource scheduling and project mobilisation across multiple workstreams.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive planning professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment and is passionate about delivering efficient, well-coordinated programmes of work.
Location: Head office at Foundation House – Hedge End (Southampton).
- Coordinate and maintain operational programmes, ensuring work is planned in line with business priorities, resource availability and customer requirements.
- Support the scheduling and sequencing of works to maximise operational efficiency and productivity.
- Identify planning constraints, dependencies and readiness issues that may impact delivery.
- Allocate work activities and maintain accurate planning records and programme information.
- Support the mobilisation of projects by ensuring required planning inputs, approvals and prerequisites are in place.
- Monitor resource availability and utilisation, supporting effective workforce and subcontractor planning.
- Coordinate material requirements and support work readiness activities.
- Communicate programme updates and scheduling changes with operational teams and stakeholders.
- Support planning administration, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
- Contribute to the successful delivery of projects through accurate planning, coordination and communication.
Qualifications
- Experience in planning, scheduling, programme coordination or operational support within utilities, infrastructure, construction or a similar environment.
- Understanding of operational planning, resource scheduling and programme coordination principles.
- Knowledge of utility operations, streetworks and operational delivery processes.
- Experience coordinating direct labour, subcontractors or operational resources.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing demands.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate programme information.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to identify risks, constraints and operational challenges and escalates where appropriate.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to supporting delivery.
- Experience using planning, scheduling and reporting systems; e.g. Salesforce, Inspire Planner, Power BI, Microsoft Excel and programme management software.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a busy operational environment.
Educational Requirements
- Relevant experience in planning, scheduling, programme coordination or operational administration.
- Industry-related qualifications or training within utilities, infrastructure or construction are advantageous.
- Knowledge of NRSWA requirements, operational delivery processes, NEC early-warning principles or change-control processes is desirable.
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Planner in Eastleigh employer: Connect It Utility Services Limited
At Connect it Utility Services Limited, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Hedge End, where our employees are empowered to thrive. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional development, and a culture that values teamwork and innovation, making us an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the utilities sector.
Contact Details:
Connect It Utility Services Limited Recruitment Team
