Senior Project Planner

ZipRecruiter; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000

Job description

Job Description

Specialist Planner

Location: London - Heathrow Airport (All Terminals)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £65,000pa - £70,000pa + benefits listed below

Working Format: Hybrid working 3 office and 2 home

Reports to: Group Leader (Planning)

Hours: 40

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Specialist Planner to join our team at Heathrow Airport. In this role, you will be responsible for planning all project activities, ensuring projects are completed successfully, and identifying any opportunities and/or risks well in advance. You will work closely with various disciplines, including project management, sales, engineering, and the supply chain, and will play a key role in the execution of complex projects.

As a Specialist Planner, you will set priorities, manage multiple stakeholders, and be responsible for producing monthly project reports. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the planning function on complex projects while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate project scope into an overall project plan with minimal input from others, ensuring clear decision moments and turnaround times.
• Identify critical paths and corresponding opportunities and risks in the project plan.
• Coordinate project plans with customers, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders to achieve an integrated project plan.
• Report on the progress of projects and provide advice on the overall project plans.
• Liaise with internal and external parties involved in a project, ensuring alignment and effective communication.
• Lead the preparation of complex plans in consultation with project team members, subcontractors, suppliers, customers, and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Lead multiple complex projects and build programs from scratch, ensuring smooth execution and delivery.

Skills and Experience Required

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in planning, with at least 3 years in a senior planning role.
• Expert-level knowledge of Primavera P6 is essential.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to lead the planning function on complex projects and deliver results under pressure.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel.
• A solid understanding of technical planning techniques, including critical path analysis, cost loading, and the NEC process.
• Experience across the project lifecycle, from tender to completion.
• Aviation and/or baggage experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Delivery integration experience would be beneficial.

What We Offer

• 28 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Bupa Medical Cover
• Wellbeing membership with access to GP appointments, health promotions, and daily quests for rewards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension with Aviva
• Employee recognition platform
• Opportunities for career progression in a challenging and dynamic work environment

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, we are happy to discuss and accommodate your needs.

If you're a highly motivated and experienced planner, ready to take on a new challenge in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, apply today to join our team at Heathrow Airport!