Programme Planner

Description:

Description

As a Programme Planner, you will work within the Thames Valley area, supporting the development and management of programmes of work across multiple workstreams. The role provides vital planning capability to the business, working across the region to ensure programmes are consistent, accurate and aligned to business and Client expectations.

You will maintain detailed delivery schedules and support higher level programme reporting, ensuring work is planned, tracked and delivered in line with contract requirements. You will act as the link between the Contract Director and operational teams, providing clear visibility of progress, risks and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Planning and Control
Develop and maintain project and programme schedules using Oracle Primavera P6/MSP across multiple contracts

Support development of higher level programme plans using Microsoft Project

Ensure alignment between detailed schedules and programme level reporting

Support development of baseline programmes with clear logic and sequencing

Ensure pre-build activities are identified and included within programmes

Programme Delivery and Performance
Update programmes on a regular cycle using accurate site progress and planning inputs

Track planned vs actual performance and highlight variances across contracts

Support production of programme reports for contract teams and PMO reporting

Assist with forecasting completion dates and identifying recovery actions

Ensure programmes reflect actual delivery on site

Risk and Change Management
Identify programme risks and constraints across multiple contracts and support mitigation planning

Assist in tracking changes to scope and understanding programme impacts

Support assessment of change events in line with contract requirements, including NEC contracts

Stakeholder Engagement
Work across multiple contract teams including project managers, supervisors and planners

Attend planning and progress meetings and provide updates

Support communication of programme status to internal stakeholders and clients

Data, Reporting and Systems
Maintain accurate and consistent programme data across contracts

Support development of contract level reporting and dashboards

Ensure alignment between planning tools and operational reporting systems

Drive consistency in planning standards across the business

Pre-Build, Delivery and Close-Out
Support capture of pre-build information to inform programme development

Support operational teams during delivery with updated programme information

Assist with maintaining as-built programme records through to completion

Business Support
Support tender submissions, mobilisation activities and strategic projects 

Provide planning input into new contracts and business opportunities

Experience and Qualifications

Working knowledge of Oracle Primavera P6

Working knowledge of Microsoft Project

Experience in utilities, infrastructure or construction environments

Working knowledge of Highway Authority legislation

Basic understanding of NEC contracts

Experience supporting project or programme planning activities

Strong attention to detail with good analytical skills

Able to work across multiple teams and contracts

Clear communicator with the ability to present programme information simply

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances