MERITUS are recruiting for a Project Planner to join our client within the Energy industry in a permanent position to support the Operations Manager in day to day planning and coordination of project activities.
PROJECT PLANNER - £NEG - PERMANENT - STAFFORDSHIRE - ENERGY INDUSTRY
We are looking for a highly organized and proactive individual to support the project delivery team in planning and coordinating projects and programme activities. This role spans a diverse portfolio of projects, involving activity planning, resource coordination, and supply chain/logistics management. The position may require occasional visits to customer sites, so familiarity with different project delivery models, systems integration, and the energy market is beneficial.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with the Management Team and Project Managers to develop and maintain detailed project plans and resource allocation strategies across multiple projects.
* Prepare detailed impact assessments for project variations.
* Support the sales team by developing comprehensive tender programmes.
* Coordinate and liaise with site-based installation and commissioning teams, ensuring programme updates and progress tracking.
* Manage interactions with internal teams (shop floor build and purchasing) and external suppliers to ensure the timely provision of installation materials according to work schedules.
* Report on project progress, performance metrics, and commercial updates to the Programme Management Team.
Essential Requirements:
* Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
* Proven experience using Primavera P6 or MS Project to manage complex engineering projects.
* Understanding of NEC contracts and their application in project planning.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and databases.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
* Experience with Microsoft Project.
* Background in work planning and resource allocation.
* Familiarity with Earned Value Analysis (EVA).
* Experience in procurement, supply chain management, subcontractor coordination, and logistics.
* Previous experience working on projects with National Grid or other large-scale electricity generation/transmission companies.