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THE TEAM
You’ll be working closely with the Pre-Construction Civils Director, Planning Team, and Project Delivery Teams. As a key player in the Power Division, the planning function supports both tender and delivery phases to ensure project success, contributing to the continued growth and operational excellence of the business.
SCOPE OF ROLE
As a Planner, you will be responsible for developing and monitoring programme solutions across various projects. Your role will include creating tender submissions, delivery programmes, procurement schedules, resource and cost allocations, and supporting both on-site duties and reporting processes. This is a hands-on planning position with a direct impact on the successful delivery of high-profile infrastructure works within the Power Division.
How You'll Succeed
* Provide consistent, accurate, and reliable programme data to project stakeholders.
* Develop and communicate planning intent using tools such as Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.
* Communicate planned logic and assumptions to internal and external stakeholders effectively.
* Create project-specific programmes for both tender and live project phases.
* Maintain accurate records of assumptions, constraints, schedules, and logistics plans.
* Review and analyse tender and delivery programmes to ensure realistic, achievable timelines.
* Understand contractual obligations, including variations, changes, and delay entitlements.
* Work with delivery teams to develop and monitor short-term, detailed programmes.
* Communicate the impact of schedule slippage and perform critical path analysis.
* Track, measure, and justify progress against programme targets with accuracy.
* Provide expert planning support across multiple functions within the business.
* Take on other planning-related responsibilities as required by management.
What It Takes
We’re looking for someone with:
* Strong communication skills to explain planning logic and programme impacts clearly.
* Attention to detail for tracking programme performance and providing evidence-based reports.
* A collaborative mindset to work effectively across pre-construction and project delivery teams.
* A fast learner capable of picking up new software quickly.
* Excellent organisational abilities to manage multiple planning activities across several projects.
* Industry experience in Utilities/Power is desirable but not essential.
Qualifications Required:
* Minimum 5 years experience in a project planning role.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Project and ideally Primavera P6.
What We Offer You
We value your work, time, and skills! In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits such as:
* Participation in mentoring and coaching programmes.
* 28 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays).
* 2 paid volunteering days per year.
* Continuous training and development in technical and business skills.
Equal Opportunity Statement
JSM Group Services Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on any grounds. We respect and value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.
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