Lead Programme Planner in Oxfordshire

Job description

An innovative engineering business is delivering cutting-edge battery-electric systems. With two active R&D programmes underway, they’re looking for experienced Programme Planners to support their planning and delivery capability.

• One programme is well into development with 250+ engineers and four structured workstreams.
• The second is in early mobilisation phase — a rare opportunity to influence planning foundations from day one.

The role involves:

• Developing and managing integrated project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Coordinating timelines across hardware, systems and electrical engineering teams
• Identifying delivery risks and helping to shape recovery or reforecasting plans
• Supporting project managers with accurate planning inputs and stakeholder reporting
• Working closely with supply chain, prototyping and testing teams

What they’re looking for:

• Planning experience in physical product development (e.g. Rail, aerospace, defence, EV, automotive)
• Confidence working across the V-lifecycle model and understanding of key engineering milestones
• Strong communication and coordination skills across multi-disciplinary teams
• Comfortable being on-site 3 days per week in Oxfordshire

Toolset:

• Primavera P6 or MS Project (essential)
• Excel; Jira/Confluence (for hybrid workstreams)

Details:

12 month contract

Inside IR35 via Umbrella £350-450 per day subject to experience

Immediate Start (or very soon)

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Oxfordshire

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

09-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English