Senior Planner in Carlisle

Job-ID: 33024Category: Project ControlLocation: Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria, United KingdomWorkplace: On-siteSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-20Market Sector: AllRecruiting Type: Professional & TechnicalWood is looking for a Senior Planner to support our offshore team on a full time basis on either a Staff, PAYE or PSC basis. This role is an onshore role, supporting the offshore team and will be based at our clients offices in Barrow-in-Furness. The successful individual will preferably have experience in an offshore environment and have current SAP experience.

The roleThe preparation, review and reporting of accurate project schedules and plans in support of the robust control of projects throughout their lifecycle. Preparation and submission of project schedules and plans, ensuring schedules and plans are prepared to the required level of detail and accuracy in accordance with contractual requirements and Wood & Client policies, procedures, and standards. Supports the management and development of the Offshore Planning team, the management of project schedules and plans, and the preparation and filing of project planning documentation. May act as the focal point for several project scopes offshore.

Our Clients and Projects Designing the future. Transforming the world. The Operated Assets Service Line is an exciting and expanding area of our business, providing critical operations services to the energy sector – including duty holder, managed service and TAR delivery – for 10 UK customers. Most of our contracts have been built over long term relationships which has allowed us to extend and re-win contract agreements – our secured pipeline of work is extremely stable for the next 3 years and continually growingWhat we can offerMeaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectorsFlexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voiceCompetitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the marketFlexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyleCommitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interestsGlobal connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession#LI-HybridQualificationsWhat makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges. Typically requires ISCED level 6 (Bachelors) Degree in a relevant technical or business discipline (or equivalent gained through relevant vocational training and/or industry experience)SAP experience is requiredRelevant scheduling/planning experience preferably in an offshore environmentProficient knowledge of Primavera and other scheduling software and related tools and techniques including Logic and CPM analysis, resource loading and levellingProficient knowledge of Project Execution Procedures for SchedulingProficient understanding of WBS & CBS structures and project reporting capabilitiesAbility to develop project schedules and plansAbility to prepare resource loading, progress and staffing plansProficient understanding of earned value application, cost and schedule variance analyses/trending and what-if scenariosDetailed understanding of project management principles and techniquesGood understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & ManagementResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain planning control structures are developed and maintained in alignment with approved project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)Develop and maintain baseline project plans and schedules using appropriate scheduling softwareMonitor and control planning activities through all phases of project lifecycleLiaise with engineering, procurement and construction functions, and others as required, including third parties, to maintain awareness of project activities, their status, and their impact on the project schedule and manpower requirementsPrepare and provide copies of project plans and schedules in accordance with project reporting requirementsPrepare and provide copies of project progress and performance status reports in accordance with project reporting requirementsProduce and issue updates to project plans and schedulesProduce and issue updates to project manpower requirementsAssess and communicate schedule impact of change notificationsMonitor overall project progress status, achievement of major milestones, and evaluate project performance in relation to planned performanceAttend internal project progress and performance status meetings as requiredLiaise with cost discipline to ensure accurate and timely control and forecasting of man-hour budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests are properly assessed and included in the schedulesParticipate in schedule risk analysis as requiredParticipate in Project Controls Compliance and Continuous Improvement ReviewsResponsible for delivering schedules and plans where; Project schedules are maintained in accordance with approved contract and project Work Breakdown StructureProject plans and schedules are issued in accordance with contract reporting calendar and on an as required basisAll project schedules are fully logic linked and show the critical path and total float for all activitiesThe project schedule is baselined at the time of approval by the client of funding for the projectAll project schedules contain resources in accordance with the corporate standardsWork packs delivery milestones are clearly identified within the project schedulesA standard set of agreed milestones are maintained within both the schedule and the cost reporting databaseAbout the company
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.