Lead Programme Planner

An innovative engineering business is delivering cutting-edge battery-electric systems. With two active R&D programmes underway, they’re looking for experienced Programme Planners to support their planning and delivery capability. One programme is well into development with 250 engineers and four structured workstreams. The second is in early mobilisation phase — a rare opportunity to influence planning foundations from day one. The role involves: Developing and managing integrated project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project Coordinating timelines across hardware, systems and electrical engineering teams Identifying delivery risks and helping to shape recovery or reforecasting plans Supporting project managers with accurate planning inputs and stakeholder reporting Working closely with supply chain, prototyping and testing teams What they’re looking for: Planning experience in physical product development (e.g. rail, aerospace, defence, EV, automotive) Confidence working across the V-lifecycle model and understanding of key engineering milestones Strong communication and coordination skills across multi-disciplinary teams Comfortable being on-site 3 days per week in Oxfordshire Toolset: Primavera P6 or MS Project (essential) Excel; Jira/Confluence (for hybrid workstreams) Details: 12 month contract Inside IR35 via Umbrella £350-450 per day subject to experience Immediate Start (or very soon)

Location: Oxfordshire, UK, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025