Telent is seeking a Senior Planner to join its operations in Warwick, England. The role emphasizes strong leadership within the rail division and offers a hybrid working model that encourages flexibility while ensuring collaboration. The position requires previous relevant experience, especially in project planning and scheduling using Primavera P6. The Senior Planner will report to the Senior Project Controls Manager and will be integral in maintaining various high-profile rail programmes.
Telent is recognized as a leading technology company specializing in the design, build, support, and maintenance of critical communications and technology infrastructure throughout the UK. With over 3,000 employees, Telent's mission revolves around connecting communities efficiently and innovatively, with a strong focus on delivering results that matter.
The Senior Planner role includes a variety of responsibilities aimed at ensuring effective project execution:
Develop, manage, and maintain detailed rail project programmes using Primavera P6, covering all lifecycle stages from the tender process through design, delivery, and commissioning.
Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to provide accurate forecasting, progress tracking, and scenario planning to facilitate timely project delivery.
Produce integrated programmes across multiple disciplines including, but not limited to, signalling, telecoms, electrification, and civils.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement in planning, emphasizing best practices and internal governance.
Ensure proactive communication regarding the programme forecast across different business functions to meet resource requirements.
Champion planning excellence by mentoring junior planners and enhancing the overall planning processes across the business by providing proficient leadership and direction.
Candidates interested in this position should meet the following criteria:
Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, including the ability to develop, manage, and analyze complex project schedules.
Demonstrable leadership and people management skills with a history of successfully mentoring junior planners and managing high-performing teams.
Proven experience in planning large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably within the rail sector, with project values potentially reaching up to £310 million.
Excellent stakeholder communication and engagement abilities, ensuring effective collaboration with project management, engineering, and commercial teams.
A commitment to continuous improvement in planning processes, with a proactive approach to innovation and optimization.
This position provides a hybrid working environment, with a requirement to be at the Warwick HQ on a weekly basis and occasional travels to various sites. Benefits for the role include:
A comprehensive car allowance
34 days of holiday (including public holidays) with optional buy/sell days, or alternatively, 26 days holiday plus public holidays and additional purchase/sale options.
A company pension scheme enhancing long-term financial security.
A range of family-friendly policies to support work-life balance and overall wellbeing.
Occupational health support and a wellbeing portal to foster employee health.
Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping through the Telent Reward scheme, enhancing the overall employment experience.
Telent is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture that respects and values differences, celebrating diverse ideas. The company strives to create an environment where employees can be themselves and develop their potential, making it an attractive workplace for job seekers who prioritize diversity and inclusion in their career path.
Overall, the Senior Planner position at Telent is ideal for candidates who have substantial experience in the rail industry, strong planning capabilities, and a commitment to leadership and mentorship. With its competitive benefits, commitment to inclusivity, and a dynamic work environment, Telent provides a robust platform for professional growth and impact in a pivotal industry.
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