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Position: Project Planner – HV Substations (UK)

Location: Birmingham (with national travel required)

Sector: Power Transmission & Distribution

We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to join our team delivering high-voltage substation projects across the UK. If you’re passionate about project controls and thrive in complex infrastructure environments, we want to hear from you.

Role Overview

As a Project Planner, you’ll be responsible for developing and managing project schedules for high-voltage (HV) substation projects. You’ll also play a key role in wider project controls activities, including budget management and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

· Build and manage project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.

· Support the creation of tender and design schedules, interpreting client drawings and requirements.

· Lead earned value management and provide regular schedule performance reporting.

· Conduct impact analysis of delays and manage Compensation Events.

· Support the risk management process and ensure compliance with CDM regulations.

· Work closely with clients, project teams, and other stakeholders to meet delivery objectives.

What You Bring

· Minimum 7 years’ experience in project planning.

· At least 5 years in the HV substation or power transmission sector.

· Proven experience working with National Grid and NGET TP 193 standards.

· Strong understanding of design and construction sequencing in HV substations.

· Proficient in Primavera P6; MSP knowledge desirable.

· Full UK driving licence & CSCS card.

Desirable

· Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

· Professional affiliation or membership in relevant industry bodies.

Travel Requirement

This role requires national travel – typically around 40-50% annually – to project sites and client meetings.

Ideal Candidate

You’re a confident communicator with a strong commercial awareness, capable of building trust within project teams and with external stakeholders. You thrive under pressure and bring a proactive, solution-focused mindset to your work.

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