Project Planner

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for experienced P6 planners at all levels to support the development, maintenance and management of major project programmes. Opportunities will be on a permanent / contract basis, with some fantastic packages on offer including wider travel and subsistence and relocation support. Key Responsibilities: To develop a professional and effective approach to operational Project planning with business and commercial awareness in order to maximise operational and commercial effectiveness of Construction Projects. Tender/ Feasibility and Award Validation phase Build, maintain, review and monitor project programmes Identify planning scope, constraints, and contract requirements Identify resourcing requirements with the Operations team Create, review and maintain Project Programmes in line with Imtech standards Utilise the clients Project Delivery System (PDS) Reconcile clients and sub-contractor plant, labour & material requirements Support Project manager(s) offering technical knowledge on how to develop and implement an effective Project plan Design, Engineering and Procurement phase Monitor and manage progress of Project team against programme Review record keeping, administration, budgets and time Work proactively with Project team manager and team to ensure projects are on track Produce relevant reports for the Project Manager Prepare presentations and data analysis working with Project Managers and subject matter experts as required Proactive approach to liaison across the operation and with clients/suppliers Point of contact for Planning issues develop effective relationships Able to influence impact of planning through effective working relationships Embrace latest methodology and challenge status quo Guide the Project manager with resource loading Develop own performance and effectiveness using feedback and in discussion with planning manager Knowledge Working knowledge of Operational planning processes, practices and systems and the ability to drive their implementation Ability to analyse and interpret operational plans and data in order to drive informed business decisions, and carry them out Commercial awareness of operational projects challenges The ability to build professional working relationships with internal and external staff BIM interface manager Skills Must have experience in effective multitasking and project management skills Must have strong interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills and be able to build relationships Strong analytical and problem solving skills and business acumen, with the ability to challenge the status quo Strong analysis , review and reporting skills Proactive Problem solving Effective relations with stakeholders proactively Excellent attention to detail and personally well organised and Calm under pressure Good negotiation and influencing skills Behaviour & Attitude Demonstrate a can do, entrepreneurial attitude and a focus on impact Motivates others to excel delivers success through teams Recognises and ensures positive resolution of conflict Passionate about our sector, embodies the Imtech "IT WORKS" values of Identity, Trust, Working Hard, Open, Robust, Knowledge, Say It - Do It. Keen to continue learning and developing their skillset, having a growth mindset Qualifications/Experience : Level 4 HNC Qualification in Construction or Building Services Engineering subjects Good general education 5 x GCSE at C/5 inc. Maths and English Degree BEng/BSc in Construction or related Building Services Engineering would be helpful Competence in MS Project or Asta Powerproject Ideally 2 years of Construction project operations experience in a fast paced organisation Site experience in M or E or other relevant discipline desirable Experience should include a focus on performance management and talent/team development, change management and leadership coaching, as a Business Partner. For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this role informally. Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives. Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear. Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities