Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment have been engaged exclusively to source a Senior Planner on an initial 6 month contract. Our client is a successful, PE backed business providing a range of services across renewables, oil and gas and ocean services. This role is based in Kingswells on a hybrid basis (three days in the office, two days from home). Our client offers flexible working, career development and a competitive day rate.

As a Senior Planner, your main responsibility will be to provide a proactive and robust planning service throughout project lifecycle from tendering to project closeout. To apply, candidates must be available at short notice.

The Opportunity

Preparation of project plans for assigned projects throughout project lifecycle ensuring successful integration with client plan
Ensure project baselines are set and agreed by all stakeholders taking into consideration any scheduling/contractual constraints
Establish and maintain the project(s) WBS and coding structure in line with Planning Procedure and Customer specific demands
Monitor project progress including preparation of project S-curves and initiating corrective action where required
Highlight in timely manner potential schedule risks and opportunities
Ownership and optimisation of regional resource forecast taking into consideration all approved and probable work
Chair scheduling meetings as required e.g. priorities meeting / 4 week look ahead
Work alongside broader members of project controls team e.g. Estimating, Cost Control & Procurement to ensure successful delivery of all client / contractual requirements & continuous improvement
Gather accurate progress and expended hours to facilitate productivity reporting
Support other client, project or contractual reporting as required

Background and Experience

Minimum 5 years planning experience
Previous subsea experience is beneficial
Knowledge of broader project controls remit
Experience of using ERP systems
Proficient in use of Primavera P6 (preferable)
Degree qualified in relevant subject (preferable)

Flexibility and Benefits

Hybrid working (3 days in the office per week)
Flexible working
Competitive salary
Excellent working environment

Next Steps

If you are interested in taking the next step in your career or feel a change of environment or sector is your next path, this could be the ideal job opportunity for you! To apply please send a full CV. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Morgan McPherson at Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment on morgan.mcpherson@cooperparry.com. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.

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