Senior Project Planner

Job Title: Senior Project Planner

Location: Manchester

Remote/Hybrid: Hybrid

Job Type: Full time

Department: Planning

Reporting to: Planning Manager

About H&MV Engineering

H&MV Engineering is a global leader in high-voltage electrical engineering, powering the transition to a sustainable future. We’re at the cutting-edge of renewable energy, data centres, and complex utility projects - powered by a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Our foundation is built on safety, collaboration, and respect. These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we grow. And at H&MV Engineering, growth isn’t just a goal—it’s a mindset.

We invest in our people, offering opportunities to develop, lead, and shape the future of energy. We value passion, motivation, and problem-solving skills, and we believe that diverse perspectives fuel better outcomes.

We’re not here to keep up—we’re here to lead.

About the Role

We’re looking for an Experienced Project Planner to join our team. In this role, you’ll working closely with the operations department to make sure projects run smoothly. You'll work closely with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Understanding project specifications and developing Project Programmes from first principles.
• Maintaining live project programmes and collecting periodic progress updates through interfacing with cross-functional teams.
• prepare reports (weekly, monthly, 4-week lookahead, S-Curve, Variance etc.)
• Understanding and meeting all contract requirements.
• Utilize the project programme in the substantiation of Extension of time and acceleration claims using delay analysis techniques.
• Attending and scheduling meetings as required.
• Effective Communication of project risks and opportunities to the project team
• Aide in the development of junior team members as and when required.

Key Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering (preferably Electrical Engineering)
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in project planning or similar role
• Strong experience with Primavera P6
• Solid understanding of construction methodologies, project scope, and risk management
• Knowledge of critical path analysis and programme logic development
• Experience in delay analysis and forensic planning techniques
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication and report writing skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced project environment

Skills & Competencies

• Planning and project management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, critical, and logical thinking skills.
• Ability to focus under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and report writing skills

H&MV Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ready to energise your career?

Join our inclusive team and help build a brighter, more sustainable future—one project at a time.