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Senior Planner Electrical

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 550 - 550 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Somerset

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner to support the delivery of a major electrical substation project, covering works from plinth upwards through to energisation and commissioning.

This is a key role within the project controls function, responsible for developing, managing, and communicating a fully integrated programme across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases, working closely with both electrical and civil delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain the integrated project programme from design through to commissioning
	
Establish the baseline programme, ensuring alignment across all disciplines including civils and electrical works
	
Interface closely with the Civil Planner to ensure programme integration and sequencing of works
	
Monitor progress against the baseline, identify variances, and implement corrective actions
	
Manage change control processes, including impact assessment and programme re-baselining where required
	
Undertake critical path analysis, scenario planning, and lookahead scheduling
	
Identify and assess risks and opportunities within the programme, driving mitigation strategies
	
Produce clear, concise programme reports and present updates to stakeholders
	
Translate complex programme data into simple, understandable outputs for project teams and senior management

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Senior Planner on electrical substation or similar power/energy infrastructure projects in the UK for a tier one delivery contractor
	
Strong understanding of EPC project delivery including design, procurement, installation, and commissioning phases
	
Demonstrable experience in programme creation, baseline management, and change control
	
Ability to integrate multi-discipline programmes (electrical and civils)
	
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks and propose solutions
	
Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly summarise and convey programme status
	
Proficient in planning software such as Primavera P6 (or equivalent)

Qualifications:

Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering preferred; Mechanical Engineering or similar technical discipline also considered

If you are interested in this opportunity, then kindly lodge your CV here now

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