Morson EDGE are seeking a highly skilled Senior Planner. This role combines hands-on project planning with the management of a local planning team. The successful candidate will take ownership of one or more project plans, ensuring delivery according to schedule while managing any delays or deviations. You will also support the wider planning function by implementing industry-leading planning processes and procedures. As a senior planner, you will mentor and guide junior planners, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Reporting functionally to the Head of Planning and working closely with the PMO office, you will ensure planning standards are upheld and project plans comprehensively capture scope, resources, dependencies, and risks throughout the project lifecycle.
The successful applicant for this role will have:
Extensive experience in planning within the water industry
Proven ability to manage a medium-sized planning team
Hands-on expertise with Primavera P6
Strong leadership in collaborative planning processes
Schedule development from inception to completion
Claims programme development and contractual programme adjustments
Effective communication of complex information to diverse audiences
Risk identification and critical path monitoring
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Proactive and innovative problem-solving approach
Mentoring and team development skills
Primavera P6
Familiarity with planning standards and procedures, including baseline management and schedule quality checks
Certifications & Standards:
Technical degree or relevant experience in a relevant field