Overview
Severn Trent is delivering a £415m mains renewal project, replacing 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands. This investment aims to improve water quality, reduce leaks, and make water supply more reliable for millions of people. The new pipes installed will last up to 100 years.
Role
We are looking for a Programme Planner to support the planning, execution, and delivery of the Mains Renewal project. This role involves coordinating with programme managers, stakeholders, and team members to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The Programme Planner will also be responsible for maintaining project schedules, tracking progress, and providing regular updates.
Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including milestones, deliverables, and dependencies.
* Coordinate with programme managers and team members to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
* Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or issues that may impact delivery.
* Prepare and present regular status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
* Assist in the development and implementation of project management processes and best practices.
* Facilitate project meetings and workshops, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among team members.
* Track and manage project budgets, ensuring financial control and accountability.
What you’ll bring
The successful candidate will have experience in project planning and management, preferably in large-scale projects. Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, etc.) would be beneficial. Working in a fast-paced environment with excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is required. A Full UK Driving Licence is necessary as this role will involve travelling to different sites on occasions.
What’s in it for you
Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.
* 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
* Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
* Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
* Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
* Dedicated training and development with our Academy
* Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
* Family friendly policies
* Two paid volunteering days per year
At Severn Trent, you’ll be joining a culture that cares, one that works together to achieve, grow, and develop. Our employee engagement scores are among the highest in energy and utility companies globally, which we believe is due to our culture created by our wonderful people.
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