Project Planner

Project Planner

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Job Type: Permanent, full-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 50 hours (start times to be discussed on interview)

Salary: £35,000

Benefits:

• 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Health cash plan
• Onsite parking
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Friendly working environment

Overall responsibilities

Develop comprehensive plans that outline project objectives, scope, tasks, timeline and deliverables.

Update schedules as needed and communicate with stakeholders to ensure projects stay on track and within timeframe.

Allocate resources (manpower, materials and equipment) and assign tasks to ensure successful project completion.

Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships. Liaising with stakeholders between site teams and engineers, advising on potential delays or risks to project.

Monitor, analyse and report on project progress ensuring at all times communication is clear and accurate and to a high standard.

Provide regular progress reports and forecasts for project managers, clients, and stakeholders. Identify variations or changes to project plans.

• Planning and Organising: ability to structure complex tasks, manage timelines, and prioritise effectively.
• Problem Solving: identify issues, analyse root causes, and implement practical solutions.
• Communicating and Influencing: strong interpersonal skills to convey information clearly.

• Proven experience in planning and accurate reporting.
• Strong understanding of the water industry operations and safety standards.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead projects and deliver results in a timely manner.

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

Lanes Group is a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.