Planner Outside Ir35 Contract

H9 Technical are currently partnering with a Principal Contractor in the power generation sector in the recruitment of a **Project Planner** to be based in Aberdare (assessed as **Outside of IR35**).

The role will be based on-site on a new power plant in South Wales, with a view to a longer-term extension if needed.

**Role Duties**:

- Establish project objectives in line with the client and ensure goals and timelines are achieved.
- Execution of projects via an established Quality Management System (QMS).
- Responsible for development and management of project schedules and project controls tools.
- Identification, monitoring, and reporting of project milestones.
- Lead / Host Interactive Planning Workshops.
- Critical Path development & analysis.
- Proficient utilization of MS Project and Primavera (P6) scheduling tools.
- Liaise with Project Management team with regular schedule performance status reports.
- Provide valued input to Constructability Reviews.
- Establish project schedule resource requirements.
- Develop and communicate tools for the target completion of project goals.
- Provide performance updates / reports views for identification of variances and corrective action.
- Other reasonable duties as assigned.

**Qualifications & Experience**
- Specific sector experience (Power Generation/Construction) highly desirable but not essential.
- Sound understanding of all phases of projects from design through to construction and commissioning and qualification (e.g. EPC, EPCM, EPCMCQ environments)
- Sound understanding and knowledge of project controls techniques.
- Experience of Critical Path Methods (CPM).
- Schedule Risk Analysis knowledge.
- NEC Contract experience would be advantageous.
- Understanding and experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) including Cost Performance Indicators (CPI).
- Strong background in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Strong methodical and analytical approach with an ability to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrable ability to play a positive 'can do' role and approach n multi-disciplinary team environment.
- A strong ethical approach to safety, quality, environmental protection, and business.
- Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with clients and peers at all levels.

**What is on offer?**
- Highly competitive rate of pay
- Opportunity to work for major Principal Contractor in the Energy sector