Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence Supplier is looking for a Lead Project Planner to join them on a contract basis at their site in Luton.
- Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be willing to obtain SC Clearance or already hold this.
- Predominately onsite in Luton.
- 12 month initially contract.
- £63 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Comprehensive project Controls/ planning experience (5 years +) with proven expertise in all aspects of planning, project controls and project management methodologies (inc AGILE) across Projects of varying value/ complexity
- Expert User in Primavera P6 and/or SAP
- Breadth of experience in all parts of lifecycle and experience in the phases of Initiation, planning and execution
- Proven collaboration, communication, planning, problem solving, decision making skills
- Experience in application of Schedule Risk Analysis including identification, methods of analysis and recommendations for management
- Commercial and financial acumen
- Ability to engage and influence cross-functional teams and recognise and positively interact with stakeholders from project to senior leadership.
- Works independently, in compliance with all procedures and able to recognise appropriate escalation scenarios
- Experience of coaching, mentoring or team leadership