Job Description

H&MV Engineering is a leading global Provider of Specialist Design, Engineering and Construction Services across a variety of key sectors including Data Centres, Renewables and Transmission and Distribution Utilities.

Our ingenuity is developed and strengthened by 3 decades of experience delivering EPC projects across the world.  We have active sites and offices across the EMEA region, where our local expert staff provide engineering solutions to our clients.

H&MV Engineering are a certified Carbon Neutral Organisation, committed to being environmentally responsible with a driving ambition to continually foster sustainable initiatives.

As an organisation our Culture & Values are a critical part of our ability to meet the challenges of today’s demanding utility market, enabling us deliver least cost solutions that do not compromise safety, quality, or customer service.

H&MV Engineering is growing fast so this position presents a great opportunity for the right candidate, as we are looking for someone who will embrace the opportunity, and progress with the business as it grows. So, if you feel you are the right fit for H&MV, and the above Culture and Values.

Job Title: Project Planner

Job Summary: The Project Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining project schedules for assigned projects. This role involves gathering project progress data, modeling changes, and supporting the project team in performance measurement, risk identification, and contract compliance regarding change management. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Project Programme Development:
  • Create project programmes (Tender/PCSA/Contract/Execution/Design/Commissioning) using scheduling software.
  • Update and maintain project schedules regularly.
• Meeting Attendance:
  • Attend internal weekly project meetings.
  • Attend client-facing programme meetings and workshops.
  • Participate in weekly planning department meetings.
• Progress Gathering and Recording:
  • Gather accurate progress data weekly, including start and finish dates.
  • Record and model delays and variations within the programme.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify and escalate project risks as needed.
• Subcontractor Coordination:
  • Liaise with subcontractors to integrate their timelines and progress into the master programme.
• Training and Workshops:
  • Participate in internal planning workshops and training programs.
  • Assist in initiatives to develop planning department capabilities and train graduate planners.
• Site Visits:
  • Conduct site visits as necessary, with a minimum of one visit per four-week period.
• Reporting:
  • Report project and programme status to Lead Planners & Planning Manager.
  • Provide regular internal and external reports, including progress updates, S-Curves, 4-week Lookaheads, Planned vs. Actual, Spent vs. Earned, Cost Performance Index, and Schedule Performance Index.
  • Maintain good documentation and file management.
• Compliance:
  • Adhere to all Planning Department standards and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in scheduling software.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to gather and analyze progress data accurately.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with project teams and subcontractors.
• Strong risk management and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in conducting site visits and reporting progress.
• P6 Software Experience advantageous.

This role is crucial in ensuring that project timelines are met and that any changes are accurately reflected and communicated, helping to drive project success through meticulous planning and coordination.