Programme Planner

We are currently looking for a Programme Planner for a company in Buckinghamshire on a contract basis. Please see the details below.

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Programme Planner / Programme Controls professional to support complex engineering programmes within a fast-paced, high-tempo environment in a Defence company. This is a dynamic contract role requiring strong autonomy, senior stakeholder engagement, and hands-on delivery across planning, controls, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage programme schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring accuracy, robustness, and alignment with delivery objectives
• Maintain and manage the Integrated Management System (IMS) across complex engineering programmes
• Potentially run daily stand-ups and planning meetings with VP-level stakeholders
• Provide clear, concise programme reporting to senior leadership
• Support customer-facing activities where required
• Identify risks, dependencies, and critical path issues, driving mitigation actions
• Operate autonomously while integrating effectively with multi-disciplinary teams

Required Experience & Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6
• Proven background working on complex engineering projects or programmes
• Experience in dynamic, high-tempo environments with minimal supervision
• Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders, including executive leadership
• Solid understanding of programme controls, planning, and IMS environments

Desirable Experience

• Background in a smaller organisation, where roles were broad and responsibilities varied
• Previous customer-facing experience within project or programme delivery

Contract Details

• Contract length: Initial 6 months, with extension likely
• Engagement: Inside IR35
• Rate: £550-£600 dependant on experience
• Location: 4 days onsite
• Security: Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (British-born requirement applies)