Senior Project Planner

• Analyzes project requirements with the project team, checking that all essential work activities have been identified in sufficient detail to serve as a basis for developing realistic project schedules.
• Monitors project progress and regularly analyzes project critical paths to ensure all critical path activities and project milestones are progressed according to the plan, communicating effectively to Project Managers any deviations or scheduling issues.
• Establishes a baseline plan for cost performance measurement, working with the project team to define necessary resources for project completion and evaluating the work breakdown structure.
• Integrates material resource requirements with project schedule, defines procurement activities and order lead times, and regularly communicates with Supply Chain Management team to optimize lead times.

This role supports Hitachi Energy's growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers, and e-mobility, contributing to sustainable energy solutions.

• Proven experience as a Planner within similar industry (preferably for EPC projects in T&D).
• Strong experience in project planning and scheduling, including mature scheduling methods and tools.
• Operational skills with robust previous experience as part of project teams, able to advise and lead the project team regarding program progress.
• Expert knowledge of Oracle Primavera P6 and ability to communicate effectively to all areas of the business.

• Competitive salary package
• 25 days holidays, plus bank holidays
• Excellent company pension and wide-ranging benefits schemes
• Top quality H&S culture alongside comprehensive training and personal development programmes
• Generous bonus scheme
• Inclusive work environment that fosters diversity and inclusion

Hitachi Energy's Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business in Europe focuses on leading technology and strong market position to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across market segments like hydrogen, data centers, and e-mobility.