Senior Planner – M&E – OUTSIDE IR35

Matchtech

Our client is currently seeking an accomplished Senior Planner with significant experience in the M&E sector to join a project at Heathrow Airport. This contract position offers hybrid working, though you will be required to work onsite at least three days a week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing support and general programming and planning assistance to Project Managers and Project Team members to ensure effective project planning
• Identifying risks for all assigned projects, offering mitigation plans, and escalating issues within the Project Team
• Ensuring accurate progress is recorded within each programme update by collaborating with Project Teams
• Attending and contributing to regular Project Progress Meetings to keep the Project Team informed of performance
• Implementing planning and project control processes, performing quality reviews to maintain high standards
• Working with Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to establish reporting requirements, including Earned Value Analysis (EVA)
• Understanding contractual requirements and ensuring all planning requirements are met in collaboration with the commercial team
• Contributing to the development of EPDS and planning processes for improved efficiency and consistency
• Maintaining and analysing summary statistics for business reporting and audits
• Performing regular quality reviews of project programmes to ensure precision and compliance

Job Requirements:

• Significant experience in project planning within the M&E sector, preferably in major infrastructure projects
• Expertise in project planning and control procedures
• Proven track record in the effective management of NEC contracts, with knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 forms
• Practical appreciation of Mechanical, Electrical, Public Health, Fire, and Communication systems
• Advanced Excel skills, particularly in cost analysis, developing S-curves, and conducting earned value analysis
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling software
• Strong organisational and team working skills, with the ability to mentor and develop junior planners
• Experience in risk management and project execution

Additional Information:

• Outside IR35
• Hybrid working arrangement with a minimum of three days onsite per week

If you are a highly skilled Senior Planner with a track record of success in M&E projects, particularly in the aviation sector, we would be thrilled to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s dynamic and innovative team at Heathrow.