Planner
| Job Type | Permanent / Full Time |
| Area | Tyne and Wear, England |
| Sector | Engineering - Engineering - Other |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | 662150 |
- Description
- Job Title: Project Planner
Industry: Heavy Fabrication and Engineering
Location: North East
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
About the Role:
We are seeking a Project Planner to join a leading heavy fabrication company working on large, high-value projects. This role involves developing and managing project schedules, monitoring progress, and ensuring efficient use of resources. Ideal for someone with hands-on experience in fabrication, this role requires basic planning skills using Excel, with no need for advanced software like Primavera P6.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Scheduling: Create and maintain project schedules using Excel, tracking key milestones, deliverables, and timelines for fabrication projects.
- Resource Management: Support the project team in tracking resources, labor, and materials to keep projects on target and within budget.
- Progress Monitoring: Regularly update schedules and highlight any potential delays or adjustments, ensuring clear communication with project managers and stakeholders.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate project records, assist with project documentation, and ensure all schedules are easily accessible and understandable for the project team.
- Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and fabrication teams to ensure alignment on project timelines and resource needs.
- Experience: 2+ years in a planning or scheduling role within fabrication or heavy engineering.
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Excel for scheduling, tracking, and reporting; understanding of fabrication processes is essential.
- Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple timelines and adjust plans as needed.
- Communication: Effective communicator who can relay updates and schedule changes to various teams clearly and concisely.
This role offers the opportunity to support impactful projects in the defense, marine, and infrastructure sectors. You’ll be part of a collaborative team and play a crucial role in ensuring projects are completed efficiently and to high standards.