Senior Project Planner

Job description

Senior Project Planner

Introduction

Join a global technology-led organisation working at the forefront of defence and national security. This is a key role supporting the delivery of complex, high-impact programmes that help shape the future of secure, connected systems.

Role Overview:

• Location: UK (hybrid working)
• Package: Competitive salary + bonus + strong benefits
• Industry: Defence / Aerospace / Engineering

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Build and manage fully integrated project schedules across large, complex programmes using Primavera P6
• Partner with Programme and Project Managers to provide clear planning insight and direction
• Carry out critical path analysis, scenario modelling and recovery planning
• Identify and manage scheduling risks and opportunities, embedding mitigations into plans
• Support bid activity with structured, compliant planning inputs and schedules
• Apply Earned Value Management to track performance and assess project changes
• Deliver schedule risk analysis and present findings to senior stakeholders
• Produce high-quality reports and dashboards to support decision-making
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, commercial and supply chain teams to maintain schedule integrity
• Mentor junior planners and act as a go-to expert for planning best practice

Main Skills Needed:

• Strong experience in project planning within defence, aerospace or complex engineering environments
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 and integrated master scheduling
• Proven track record using Earned Value Management techniques
• Experience with schedule risk analysis and quantitative modelling
• Confident analysing and communicating complex data to stakeholders
• Ability to coordinate planning across multiple teams and suppliers
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Solid Microsoft Office skills and fluent English

What’s in It for You:

• Flexible and hybrid working, including compressed hours options
• Private healthcare and cash health plan
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Performance-related bonus
• Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative environment with real impact on national projects

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

11-07-2026

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