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Job Location:
Birmingham - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Planner
Location: UK-based (Midlands preferred)
Working model: Permanent (PAYE)
Travel: Regular site visits across northern UK projects
Projects: HV ICP and BESS schemes
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Planner to support the development and delivery of major UK energy infrastructure projects. This role sits at the heart of programme delivery working closely with Senior Planners Project Managers and Engineering teams to build maintain and optimise fully integrated project programmes.
Over the past nine months the Planning function at OCU Energy has transformed from a small support unit into a true planning powerhouse a growing team of high-calibre planners strong operational managers and a forward-thinking Director driving best-in-class delivery standards.
Due to continued success and new project awards we are expanding again. These roles are not about headcount growth alone they are about ensuring every project receives the planning focus it deserves keeping OCU clearly ahead of the competition.
If you want to join a fast-moving ambitious environment where planning genuinely influences outcomes this is your opportunity
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage integrated programmes for HV (33kV132kV) ICP and BESS projects.
Protect energisation milestones managing critical paths and re-sequencing works as needed.
Integrate long-lead procurement into programme logic and manage supplier interfaces.
Plan complex HV cable routes with temporary works and site-driven changes.
Produce risk-based programmes mitigation strategies and recovery schedules.
Interface with clients designers ICPs OEMs and DNOs.
Deliver clear programme updates dashboards and reports for governance and commercial teams.
Essential Experience
Proven construction or infrastructure planning background preferably in energy.
Experience delivering complex HV ICP or energy infrastructure programmes.
Advanced Primavera P6 and strong Excel skills.
Solid understanding of project lifecycles and critical path management.
Knowledge of NEC and/or FIDIC contracts.
Desirable Experience
Exposure to substations grid connections ICP or BESS projects.
Client DNO and OEM interface experience.
Familiarity with programme governance earned value reporting and scenario planning.
Experience with Power BI or similar tools.
Take the next step with OCU Energy
Join a planning team shaping how energy infrastructure is delivered not just supporting it.
Apply now.
Key Skills
- GIS
- JAWS
- Military Experience
- Business Management
- Emergency Management
- Joint Operations
- Production Planning
- Relationship Management
- Strategic Planning
- ERP Systems
- Exercise Planning
- MRP
About Company
Established in 1994 OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.Working directly with many of the countrys leading blue-chip power water telecoms and ra ... View more
