Project planner

Role Overview: Project Planner Salary: Approximately GBP45,000PA Location: Workington, Cumbria Please Note: Due to project requirements, all employees must be British Nationals. Applications from individuals outside this criterion will not be considered. We are currently seeking a Project Planner to join our team, responsible for producing and maintaining detailed project schedules to ensure efficient project delivery. The right candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our project teams, communicating progress, and proposing solutions to mitigate potential issues. Key Responsibilities: * Generate comprehensive Tender and Project programmes based on Commercial estimates, Logic diagrams, and norms. * Regularly update and maintain project schedules with actual and forecast progress, percent completes, and earned value, reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) to Senior Management, Project Managers, Engineers, QS #39;s, and Cost Engineers as needed. * Gather and integrate data from various sources, including Manufacturing Planner, Project Engineers, Buyers, and Commercial team. * Collaborate with Planning Team Leader, Project Planners, Engineers, and Managers to provide progress updates and address impacts, ensuring visibility of programme schedules across departments. * Identify and propose solutions to address potential progress issues and conflicts, supporting the development of revised workshop plans. * Assist in the production of Manufacturing forward load as required. * Support the Project team in presenting project progress at regular client meetings. Qualifications/Experience/Attributes: * Experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft planning software preferred. * Proficiency in MS Office suite desirable. * Excellent communication skills, proactive problem-solving abilities, and self-motivated team player with the capacity to work independently. Thorough and detail-oriented. Experience in manufacturing processes within an Engineering Manufacturing environment desirable. Engineering qualification desirable but not essential. Benefits: - Competitive Salary. - Benefits including discounted Gym Membership, generous Pension contributions, access to GP24/7, Career Opportunities, Training and development. - Referral programme with awarded bonuses (T C #39;s apply). - Onsite free parking. - Sick pay. - 35 Days Holiday per year including Bank holidays. - Flexible working hours, Mon-Thur - 8.hr shift Friday 5hr day (finishing at 1pm). - Maternity, paternity, adoption, and parental leave. - Mental health first aiders onsite. If you are a skilled Project Planner seeking a dynamic role with excellent benefits and career growth opportunities, we encourage you to apply today. Join our team and contribute to the success of our projects