At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and maintain project programmes while monitoring progress and supporting project controls.
- Company: Join a growing projects team in a dynamic environment in Coventry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and training for career development.
- Other info: Open to all experience levels; training provided for your growth.
- Why this job: Perfect for organised individuals eager to grow in project planning and management.
- Qualifications: Experience with project programmes and Microsoft Project is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32000 £ per year.
- Project Planner
- Coventry | Hybrid Working
- £30,000 - £32,000
The Opportunity
We are looking for an organised and proactive
Project Planner to join a growing projects team in Coventry.
Working closely with Project Managers, the PMO Manager and wider planning team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining customer-facing project programmes, monitoring progress and supporting effective project controls and reporting.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in project planning, with training and development provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain and communicate project programmes using Microsoft Project.
- Work closely with Project Managers and stakeholders to ensure project information is accurate and up to date.
- Monitor project progress, identifying risks, issues and potential delays at an early stage.
- Ensure programmes clearly identify contractual dates, key milestones and key project dependencies.
- Produce project planning reports, updates and performance information for the PMO and wider business.
- Maintain accurate, controlled and accessible project and business documentation.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes, standards and reporting.
About You
We are looking for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
You will be proactive, confident working with different stakeholders and keen to take ownership of your work.
Ideally, you will have
- Experience developing and maintaining project programmes.
- Experience using Microsoft Project or similar planning software.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and a structured approach to work.
- Experience with Power BI and Power Tools would be advantageous.
Candidates at different levels of experience are encouraged to apply, as training and development will be provided.
If you're an organised project professional looking to develop your planning and project controls career within an established and growing business, send your CV to Lily at Viqu Energy today.
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