Job Description
Programme Planner
Department: Thames
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Kidlington
As a Programme Planner, you will work within the Thames Valley area, supporting the development and management of programmes of work across multiple workstreams. The role provides vital planning capability to the business, working across the region to ensure programmes are consistent, accurate and aligned to business and Client expectations.
You will maintain detailed delivery schedules and support higher level programme reporting, ensuring work is planned, tracked and delivered in line with contract requirements. You will act as the link between the Contract Director and operational teams, providing clear visibility of progress, risks and performance.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Planning and Control
- Develop and maintain project and programme schedules using Oracle Primavera P6/MSP across multiple contracts
- Support development of higher level programme plans using Microsoft Project
- Ensure alignment between detailed schedules and programme level reporting
- Support development of baseline programmes with clear logic and sequencing
- Ensure pre-build activities are identified and included within programmes
Programme Delivery and Performance
- Update programmes on a regular cycle using accurate site progress and planning inputs
- Track planned vs actual performance and highlight variances across contracts
- Support production of programme reports for contract teams and PMO reporting
- Assist with forecasting completion dates and identifying recovery actions
- Ensure programmes reflect actual delivery on site
Risk and Change Management
- Identify programme risks and constraints across multiple contracts and support mitigation planning
- Assist in tracking changes to scope and understanding programme impacts
- Support assessment of change events in line with contract requirements, including NEC contracts
Stakeholder Engagement
- Work across multiple contract teams including project managers, supervisors and planners
- Attend planning and progress meetings and provide updates
- Support communication of programme status to internal stakeholders and clients
Data, Reporting and Systems
- Maintain accurate and consistent programme data across contracts
- Support development of contract level reporting and dashboards
- Ensure alignment between planning tools and operational reporting systems
- Drive consistency in planning standards across the business
Pre-Build, Delivery and Close-Out
- Support capture of pre-build information to inform programme development
- Support operational teams during delivery with updated programme information
- Assist with maintaining as-built programme records through to completion
Business Support
- Support tender submissions, mobilisation activities and strategic projects
- Provide planning input into new contracts and business opportunities
Experience and Qualifications
- Working knowledge of Oracle Primavera P6
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Project
- Experience in utilities, infrastructure or construction environments
- Working knowledge of Highway Authority legislation
- Basic understanding of NEC contracts
- Experience supporting project or programme planning activities
- Strong attention to detail with good analytical skills
- Able to work across multiple teams and contracts
- Clear communicator with the ability to present programme information simply
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.
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