Project Planner

Project Planner - Wakefield Whats in it for you ?

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About the role ? Due to the growth of our Power division we have an opportunity for a detail-oriented and organised Project Planner to join our team. You will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining project schedules, ensuring timely delivery of milestones, and supporting project teams in achieving objectives. This role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in project management tools, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful project outcomes. This role will also support our Sales team on key strategic opportunities which require project programmes. This is a full time permanent role based from our office in Wakefield with hybrid working available! As a Project Planner you will

Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, using tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or similar software. Collaborate with project managers, team leads, and stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or delays, and recommend corrective actions to keep projects on track. Analyse resource requirements and ensure optimal allocation of personnel, equipment, and materials. Prepare and distribute regular status reports, dashboards, and updates to internal teams and stakeholders. Facilitate planning meetings and ensure clear communication of timelines and expectations across all parties. Maintain documentation of project plans, changes, and lessons learned for future reference. Assist in budgeting and cost tracking to align project plans with financial goals.

About you This role is perfect for someone who has experience in a planning or project type position previously. You will have knowledge in project management software such as MS Projects etc and the ability to analyse data to provide insights which will improve project performance. If you enjoy working in a fast paced environment and have excellent written and verbal communication skills then this is the role for you!

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