Project Planner

We are seeking an experienced Planner to join the Carrington Project. The successful candidate will play a vital role in planning, scheduling, and monitoring the progress of this innovative project, which focuses on reducing renewable energy waste and providing clean, reliable, and cost-efficient long-duration energy storage.
You will be practised in delivering a full planning function for all phases of the project including engineering, procurement, construction, and start-up activities for large scale engineering construction projects. Proficient with Primavera (P6) software and working at a detailed level, able to work with a project team and contractors to validate and challenge construction schedules to determine the most efficient project timeline.    
Responsibilities:

• Input into developing project control planning and progress measurement procedures
• Build and maintain project schedules (level 1-4) using WBS coding and logic.
• Integrate schedules from contractors and vendors involved in the construction and commissioning.
• Establish and agree the baseline resourced schedule to establish site staffing profiles.
• Work with construction teams and contractors to provide construction sequencing to reduce any constraints.
• Update schedules with actual progress and forecast timelines to highlight variances to the project team.
• Timely reporting of critical paths and risks and developing mitigation strategies to ensure the project remains on schedule.
• Determine and agree the progress measurement system for engineering, procurement, and construction.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Lead Engineers to discuss schedules and act as an advisor to the team regarding planning.
• Provide input into the progress reports and updates to stakeholders, highlighting achievements and addressing potential planning concerns.

 
Requirements
To be successful in the role:

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Construction Management or related field
• Proven experience as a project planner, within the energy industry, with some experience based at site.
• Proficient in project scheduling software, Primavera P6.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Flexible with location: an element of home and site based work. Current site based in Manchester,

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