Position: Project Planner – HV Substations (UK)
Location: Birmingham (with national travel required)
Sector: Power Transmission & Distribution
We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to join our team delivering high-voltage substation projects across the UK. If you’re passionate about project controls and thrive in complex infrastructure environments, we want to hear from you.
Role Overview
As a Project Planner, you’ll be responsible for developing and managing project schedules for high-voltage (HV) substation projects. You’ll also play a key role in wider project controls activities, including budget management and risk mitigation.
Key Responsibilities
· Build and manage project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
· Support the creation of tender and design schedules, interpreting client drawings and requirements.
· Lead earned value management and provide regular schedule performance reporting.
· Conduct impact analysis of delays and manage Compensation Events.
· Support the risk management process and ensure compliance with CDM regulations.
· Work closely with clients, project teams, and other stakeholders to meet delivery objectives.
What You Bring
· Minimum 7 years’ experience in project planning.
· At least 5 years in the HV substation or power transmission sector.
· Proven experience working with National Grid and NGET TP 193 standards.
· Strong understanding of design and construction sequencing in HV substations.
· Proficient in Primavera P6; MSP knowledge desirable.
· Full UK driving licence & CSCS card.
Desirable
· Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
· Professional affiliation or membership in relevant industry bodies.
Travel Requirement
This role requires national travel – typically around 40-50% annually – to project sites and client meetings.
Ideal Candidate
You’re a confident communicator with a strong commercial awareness, capable of building trust within project teams and with external stakeholders. You thrive under pressure and bring a proactive, solution-focused mindset to your work.
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