Senior Planner

Hitachi, Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company in Birmingham seeks a Planner to oversee scheduling and cost control for projects valued between 2-25 Million USD. The role requires proven experience in project planning, particularly within the EPC sector, and proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6. You'll work closely with teams to analyze project requirements and ensure timely procurement activities. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for personal growth and development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planner in EPC projects.
• Extensive experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Ability to travel to the Birmingham office and site.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and control costs for multiple projects worth 2-25 Million USD.
• Analyze project requirements and develop realistic schedules.
• Integrate resource requirements with project schedule.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling methods

Communication

Oracle Primavera P6

Teamwork

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Job description

.In this role you’ll be involved in scheduling and cost control efforts for all project phases taking ownership and overseeing multiple projects of a value of between 2-25 Million USD. As part of the team you will sAnalyses project requirements with the project team, checking that all essential work activities have been identified in sufficient detail to serve as a basis for developing realistic project schedules. Integrating material resource requirements with project schedule and defines procurement activities and order lead times. Regularly communicates with Supply Chain Management (SCM) team and updates schedules to ensure procurement activities take place in a timely way and lead times are optimized to meet schedule targets. * Able to advise and lead the project team with respect to the programme progress.We offer fantastic opportunities to work on dynamic, high-impact and cutting-edge industry initiatives that are making a crucial impact to society whilst also offering the vibrancy of working within a world-leading global organization.Proven experience as a Planner within similar industry (preferably for EPC projects in T&D).Extensive experience in project planning and scheduling, including in mature scheduling methods and tools. Operational skills, robust previous experience as part of project teams.Ability to communicate effectively to all areas of the business. Expert Knowledge of Oracle Primavera P6. Self-motivated, Team player. Ability to travel when required to Birmingham office and site.Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.