Job Title: Project Planner - Substation Project
Location: Suffolk
Working Pattern: Site-based 3 days per week (hybrid)
Sector: Power / Energy Infrastructure
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to support the delivery of a major substation project in Suffolk. The role requires a highly capable, self-sufficient planner who can work independently on site, providing robust programme control, progress reporting, and planning assurance throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and update fully logic-linked project programmes using Primavera P6
Manage and report Total Float, critical path, and programme risk to key stakeholders
Implement and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics, including performance analysis and forecasting
Support change control, impact assessments, and programme recovery activities
Provide planning input aligned to NEC contracts (including compensation events and programme submissions)
Interface closely with site teams, commercial, and project management to ensure accurate progress capture
Produce high-quality planning reports, dashboards, and narrative commentary
Challenge programme assumptions and provide proactive planning advice
Essential Skills & Experience
Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6
Proven understanding of Total Float, critical path analysis, and schedule logic
Solid experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles
Good working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4)
Experience working on substation, power, or major infrastructure projects
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and operate confidently on site
Strong stakeholder communication and reporting skills
Desirable Skills
Experience with progress measurement techniques and rules of credit
Knowledge of risk planning tools and schedule risk analysis
Background in power transmission, distribution, or energy infrastructure projects
Working Arrangement
3 days per week on site in Suffolk
Remaining days flexible / remote, subject to project requirements
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.