Project Planner
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Job Description
We have a current requirement for a Project Planner to join our Projects Division based in Glasgow on a permanent basis. The Project Planner is a vital member of our project management team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the successful planning monitoring and control of project activities. The Project Planner will collaborate with project managers stakeholders and team members to facilitate effective project planning resource allocation and performance tracking.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to develop comprehensive project plans including scope schedule and resource allocation.
- Create detailed work breakdown structures (WBS) to define project tasks and dependencies.
- Develop and maintain project schedules using project management software.
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure project success.
- Assist in the development of project budgets and cost estimates.
- Coordinate with project managers to allocate and optimize resources for project tasks.
- Monitor resource utilization and recommend adjustments as needed.
- Ensure that resource allocation aligns with project priorities and timelines.
- Establish and maintain project performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Regularly track project progress against the project plan and budget.
- Prepare status reports and dashboards for project stakeholders.
- Implement and oversee quality assurance processes related to project planning.
- Act as a liaison between project managers team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Stay current with industry best practices in project planning and management.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the enhancement of project management practices within the organization
To be considered for this position you will have at least 23 years previous experience within a similar level Planning or project planning role Certification in project management (e.g. PMP PRINCE2) is highly desirable as well as Proven experience in project planning and scheduling preferably within complex projects. The ideal candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as good attention to detail.
Benefits
We offer a competitive package including:
- 32 days holiday increasing to 36 based on length of service.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Salary sacrifice (Electric vehicle scheme annual leave purchase & cycle to work).
- Remote & hybrid working options (subject to role requirements).
- Enhanced maternity & paternity Leave.
- Company sick pay (available after qualifying period).
- Employee discount programme.
About Us
Based in Scotland we are an engineering business providing mechanical electrical and civil engineering services to clients across the UK. We are one of the UKs leading engineering solution providers recognised for outstanding client service quality solutions and our commitment to health and safety. From our HQ in Glasgow we deliver sustainable solutions to the water and renewables sectors. Supplementary services include project management technical engineering design and offsite modular build.
We have partnered with innovative technology providers in the renewables sector including solar PV hydroelectric and heat networks. We are a progressive peopleorientated business driven by our values to deliver workable and costeffective solutions in the communities we work. When you work for WGM you join a dynamic team and have the opportunity to be part of our ambitious plans for future growth.
WGM is part of the RSK Group a leading integrated environmental engineering and technical services business providing dynamic multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business capable of weathering external challenges while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning our philosophy has remained the same: employ develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues growth. Were committed to preserving RSKs peoplefirst culture promoting innovation and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving of our officebased positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders races ethnicities ages neurotypes religions or beliefs sexual orientations and those with disabilities.
If youre passionate about making a difference join us as we work together to build a brighter more equitable and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes
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