Project Planner

We are looking for a Project Planner to join a high-performance engineering organisation. You will be responsible for building and maintaining realistic project plans, ensuring timely delivery, effective resource forecasting, and risk management. This role plays a critical part in supporting complex engineering and manufacturing projects.

What You’ll Do

• Construct and baseline project schedules with logical dependencies.

• Develop resource models to forecast demand across teams.

• Monitor and manage plans through completion, identifying improvements where possible.

• Proactively identify and communicate risks and impacts to stakeholders.

• Participate in planning meetings and provide clear, actionable updates.

• Uphold professional standards and reporting protocols.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry-standard project planning methods and tools.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience with mainstream PPM software (e.g., Microsoft PWA, Primavera P6, or similar).

• Knowledge of project management principles, supported by qualifications (Prince 2, APM PMQ) or equivalent experience.

• Skilled in Microsoft Office and reporting tools such as Power BI.

• Previous experience as a Project Planner in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Calm, confident, and results-oriented, even under pressure.

• Flexible and collaborative approach in fast-changing environments.

• Commitment to Health & Safety standards.

Compensation & Benefits
Market-competitive salary with benefits including private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, discretionary bonus scheme, childcare support, cycle-to-work and technology/car schemes, an on-site gym with fitness classes, and subsidised restaurant facilities.