Planner

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Job Description The Planner will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedules for rail infrastructure projects. The role ensures that programmes are realistic, aligned with delivery requirements, and provide clear visibility of progress, risks, and opportunities. The Planner will work closely with project managers, engineers, and delivery teams to support effective planning, reporting, and project control across the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Programme Development: Develop detailed project programmes from concept through to delivery. Produce baseline schedules using planning software such as Primavera P6 . Build logic-linked programmes including key rail project milestones. Ensure programmes comply with contract requirements and project delivery strategy. Project Monitoring & Control: Monitor project progress against the baseline programme. Update schedules regularly to reflect actual progress and forecast completion. Identify delays, risks, and critical path impacts. Provide mitigation strategies and recovery plans where required. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Commercial Teams to ensure p...