Senior Planner

588651
  • Up to £53 per hour
  • Barrow-In-Furness, England
  • Contract


Our client BAE Systems, a distinguished entity within the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Planning, Monitoring & Control Professional - Planning to join their team on a contract basis. This role is situated in Barrow with hybrid working arrangements, requiring two days a week on-site (Monday and Tuesday). This is a 12-month contract designed to cover maternity leave, offering a dynamic opportunity within the business unit focused on submarine solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing and maintaining Level 4 schedules
  • Managing jigs and rigs for the SSNA project
  • Overseeing new project initiatives
  • Serving as a senior planner within the team
  • Forecasting finish dates into Primavera P6
  • Conducting impact assessments
  • Managing and assessing changes
  • Liaising with stakeholders
  • Guiding and mentoring other team members

Job Requirements:

  • Experience with project planning within the defence sector
  • Proficiency in using Primavera P6
  • Familiarity with Jira and Confluence
  • Strong ability to manage schedules and assess project impacts
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to mentor and guide team members effectively
  • Understanding of working within a highly regulated environment


If you are an experienced planner with a background in the defence sector, seeking an engaging new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team in Barrow.

Sian Holloway Senior Delivery Consultant

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