Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment have been engaged exclusively to source a Senior Planner on an initial 6 month contract. Our client is a successful, PE backed business providing a range of services across renewables, oil and gas and ocean services. This role is based in Kingswells on a hybrid basis (three days in the office, two days from home). Our client offers flexible working, career development and a competitive day rate.
As a Senior Planner, your main responsibility will be to provide a proactive and robust planning service throughout project lifecycle from tendering to project closeout. To apply, candidates must be available at short notice.
The Opportunity
* Preparation of project plans for assigned projects throughout project lifecycle ensuring successful integration with client plan
* Ensure project baselines are set and agreed by all stakeholders taking into consideration any scheduling/contractual constraints
* Establish and maintain the project(s) WBS and coding structure in line with Planning Procedure and Customer specific demands
* Monitor project progress including preparation of project S-curves and initiating corrective action where required
* Highlight in timely manner potential schedule risks and opportunities
* Ownership and optimisation of regional resource forecast taking into consideration all approved and probable work
* Chair scheduling meetings as required e.g. priorities meeting / 4 week look ahead
* Work alongside broader members of project controls team e.g. Estimating, Cost Control & Procurement to ensure successful delivery of all client / contractual requirements & continuous improvement
* Gather accurate progress and expended hours to facilitate productivity reporting
* Support other client, project or contractual reporting as required
Background and Experience
* Minimum 5 years planning experience
* Previous subsea experience is beneficial
* Knowledge of broader project controls remit
* Experience of using ERP systems
* Proficient in use of Primavera P6 (preferable)
* Degree qualified in relevant subject (preferable)
Flexibility and Benefits
* Hybrid working (3 days in the office per week)
* Flexible working
* Competitive salary
* Excellent working environment
Next Steps
If you are interested in taking the next step in your career or feel a change of environment or sector is your next path, this could be the ideal job opportunity for you! To apply please send a full CV. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Morgan McPherson at Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment on morgan.mcpherson@cooperparry.com. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.