Venn Group
Project Planner
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Venn Group
NEC Project Planner
Work Style: Fully office based
Location: Berkshire
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum + Benefits
Term: Permanent
Level of Clearance Required: Existing SC/DV
Brief Summary of the Role
Our client is searching for a motivated Planner to join a major infrastructure/construction programme.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with planning experience looking to develop their career within project controls, scheduling, and programme management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Record site activities and progress, updating project schedules accordingly
- Prepare and maintain logically linked schedules using Primavera P6 / MS Project
- Produce schedule updates, forecasts, S-curves and logic traces
- Support Senior Planners with tender programmes aligned to NEC contracts
- Monitor schedule changes and ensure alignment with project objectives
- Prepare clear reports for progress reviews and stakeholder meetings
- Identify and communicate schedule risks, delays and critical activities
- Support procurement planning and monitor delivery dates
- Track resource utilisation and associated costs
- Assist with Earned Value Management, trend analysis and project controls activities
- Support risk identification and mitigation workshops
- Maintain accurate programme information for subcontractors and suppliers
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Skillset / Experience Required:
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- 3–5 years’ experience within construction, infrastructure or civils sectors
- Experience using Primavera P6 and MS Project
- Understanding of programme creation, implementation and control
- Knowledge of critical path analysis & Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Familiarity with NEC contracts
- Good understanding of project controls / EVM principles
- Highly organised with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Skillset / Experience Desirable
- Motivated to progress professionally
- Experience in safety-critical environments advantageous
- Existing SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance
If interested, please send your updated CV to jrufus@venngroup.com
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