We’re making a difference: Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future.
Are you ready to help shape the future of water services in Portsmouth? We’re looking for a Programme Planner to support clear project governance, encourage thoughtful risk management, and guide the effective planning and coordination of our project programme. This is a chance to contribute meaningfully to a vital sector, working in an inclusive and supportive team that values collaboration and forward-thinking.
What will you be doing?
Key Responsibilities
Develop, coordinate, and maintain the integrated master programme, ensuring alignment across all project phases.
Monitor and analyse project progress, highlighting key areas, reviewing forecasts, and refining milestones to maintain schedule integrity.
Present programme data in a clear, actionable format to empower teams and stakeholdersthis includes reviewing contractor submissions under NEC contracts.
Deliver strategic planning insights to support resource optimisation and risk mitigation.
Communicate project milestones and performance updates to internal and external stakeholders
Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Support the Planning function in ensuring all projects and tenders are effectively scheduled, tracked, and reported.
Evaluate baseline programmes, explore alternative scenarios, and recommend adaptive strategies.
Align and integrate contractor programmes into the overall delivery framework.
Contribute to the QRSA process, offering strategic input on resource planning and risk management.
Prepare monthly programme updates and risk reports, gathering insights from across the delivery team.
Collaborate with the Senior Quantity Surveyor (Risk and Cost) to manage change processes and maintain balance across schedule, cost, and risk.
What do you need?
Skills, Qualifications & Competencies
Proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential; experience reviewing NEC contractor programmes is highly desirable.
Strong command of schedule management tools and techniques.
Proven ability to build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders.
Excellent communication skillsclear, empathetic, and confident.
Highly organised, self-motivated, and detail oriented.
Skilled in producing progress reports, meeting notes, and decision-support documentation.
Comfortable using Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Power BI and Teams.
Awareness of risk management methodologies (Monte Carlo analysis is a plus).
Experience with ERP systems and contract management tools is beneficial.
Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in planning or project controls.
Strong written communicationconcise, professional, and impactful.
Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
Experience across multiple construction sectors is advantageous.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking.
We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, and that’s why we’re happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for.
Please note, we may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from all sections of society.
Please be aware, the Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Due to the high volume of applications we may receive, we’re unable to respond to every applicant individually. If your application is of interest, we’ll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it.
What can Portsmouth Water offer you?
At Portsmouth Water, we believe in rewarding our people. Here’s just a taste of what’s waiting for you when you join the team:
Holidays Made Better
Enjoy 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, giving you plenty of time to relax, recharge, and explore.
A Pension That Works for You
We’ll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% because your tomorrow matters as much as your today.
Performance Pays Off
You could earn a non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance because when we succeed together, you should benefit too.
Family Comes First
Whether you’re welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we’ve got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay.
Social Events
All expenses covered summer and winter social events
Peace of Mind, Always
Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens.
Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
Whether you need confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, or physical health support via our Virtual GP service (available 8am10pm, 7 days a week for you and your immediate family), help is always close at hand with the HealthHero app.
Additional Support When You Need It
We know life has its ups and downs. That’s why we offer Private Medical Insurance - provided by Bupa giving you access to expert healthcare and 24/7 confidential support.
PW Perks Treat Yourself!
Enjoy exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, plus exciting benefits like:
* Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year)
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Health Cash Plan
and so much more!