Project Planner

Location/s: Brighton, Manchester, Glasgow; UK Recruiter contact: Steven Johnston Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance – we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you’re surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the business unit The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we’re helping to deliver the energy transition globally. Overview of the role The Energy Networks Project Support team are looking for a Project Planner to join our team. Key responsibilities and duties include: Independently execute all duties and responsibilities under the supervision of the Line Manager Comply with company information security policy & organizational, technical, and administrative rules Record keeping of documentation related to the executed activity as well as results achieved Familiar with organizational, technical, and administrative procedures related to the project execution and management; involved in the selection of clients, nomination of subcontractors and partners Inform Line manager on all occurring general and current issues as well as on the measures undertaken respectively Propose solutions of main and current activity-related issues as coordinated with the Line Manager The Project Planner should be familiar with and use independently or with the limited supervision and support by the Line Manager and other employees as follows: The basic professional and ethics principles To be familiar with the available activity – related software products To be familiar with the theoretical grounds stated in the different operational manuals for Deltek – Connect Business software product as well as with their restrictions and permissible range of use; with the alternative methods and practice to support the project managers Archived internal MM standards and respective standard documents, methods, and practices Internal principles and rules for work with the MM documents, including classified information, Internal labour rules and other applicable MM documents Candidate specification Requirements: Knowledge and experience in scoping and creating a project schedules Experience in performing, monitoring, and reviewing planning and scheduling functions, which include schedule development, control, determine project critical path and project data analysis A deep understanding of the concepts of Schedule Management Detailed knowledge of and experience in using Primavera P6 /preferred/ or Enterprise Microsoft Project Ability to assist in the development, maintenance, and monitoring Project Plans in line with agreed Schedule Management policies and procedures Knowledge of Earned Value Management Knowledge of engineering design, project development stages, procurement contract and work processes Experience and Knowledge in engineering design or similar would be beneficial The role requires Scheduling-specific knowledge equivalent to a Technical or Business degree and certification as well Essential: Bachelor or higher degree in Engineering, Finance or similar relevant to the project planners role and responsibilities Previous project planning/scheduling experience in Engineering Corporation would be an advantage Good understanding of the importance of Work Break Down Structures, Resourcing, Deliverables and links between them Working knowledge of Microsoft office, Primavera P6 and similar scheduling software Ability to communicate effectively in English – written and verbally Ability to manage time effectively and the ability to prioritise in order to meet strict deadlines Good communication skills and attention to detail Ability to work well within a team as well as autonomously UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. Agile working At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. AI Usage At Mott MacDonald, we see the value AI can bring, but we take a people-first approach to hiring. While AI tools can help candidates prepare and build confidence, every application and hiring decision is reviewed by our recruitment and hiring teams. We encourage the responsible use of AI while ensuring we get to know the real person behind the application. Accessibility We want you to feel supported and able to perform at your best throughout our recruitment process. If there is anything we can do to make applying or interviewing with us more accessible, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we'll be happy to discuss how we can help. We offer some fantastic benefits including: Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Employee Ownership Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success. Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution. Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future. For our senior roles you will have a direct pathway towards ownershi