Project Planner

Job details

Posted 24 September 2026

Start date 26 October 2026

Salary Range GBP

60000

• 60000

per Annually

Location London

Job type Permanent

Discipline Project Controls and Estimating

Reference 170320

Job Function Planner

Our leading EPC client based in the North East of England is looking for a Project Controls Manager for an initial 3-4 years fixed term contract. As the experienced Project Planner you will lead planning, cost control, reporting, and performance management across complex EPC projects. The role plays a critical part in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, providing robust controls, insight, and decision support across the full project lifecycle.

This position is ideal for a project control professional with strong EPC experience, commercial awareness, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and manage integrated EPC project control systems covering schedule, cost, progress, risk, and reporting

• Develop, maintain, and control engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning schedules

• Set and manage cost baselines , forecasts, cash flow, and earned value performance

• Provide accurate monthly project reporting , dashboards, and performance analysis to senior leadership and clients

• Identify schedule and cost risks early, manage mitigation strategies, and support recovery plans

• Lead change control , time impact assessments, and support variation and claims management

• Ensure alignment with contract requirements, governance standards, and client reporting expectations

• Manage and develop project controls teams, providing leadership and technical direction

• Act as a key interface between project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and commercial teams

• Support tenders, bids, and estimates with high-quality project controls input where required

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Controls Manager within EPC project environments

• Strong background in planning, cost control, forecasting, and risk management

• Experience managing large, multi-discipline EPC schedules and budgets

• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 and Excel; Power BI or similar reporting tools desirable

• Solid understanding of EPC contracts , commercial drivers, and project governance

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skill

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or similar

• Professional accreditation (APM, PMI, or equivalent) desirable

• Planning or project controls certification an advantage

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.

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