339 Project Planning jobs in the United Kingdom

About Envision:

Envision Energy is a world-leading green technology company that provides renewable energy solutions for global enterprises, governments, and institutions. Encompassing three major business sectors - Smart Wind Turbines, Energy Storage, and Green Hydrogen Solutions, Envision Energy collaboratively constructs comprehensive solutions for energy transformation.

Envision Energy has received several accolades for its sustainability performance, including the EcoVadis Gold Medal and the CDP “A-List”. It was also recognized in Fortune's “Change the World” list and ranked among the top 10 smartest companies by the MIT Technology Review.

Today, Envision Energy leverages its global network of R&D and engineering centers across China, the United States, UK, France, Germany, Denmark, etc. to continuously lead global green technology development. Envision Energy joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and committed to achieving the "Business Ambition for 1.5°C" in 2021. It has achieved carbon neutrality across its global operations by 2022 and will achieve carbon neutrality throughout its value chain by 2028.

Position Summary:

We are seeking skilled and ambitious Project Planning Manager (Mid-level) to join our team within the energy sector. We are passionate about delivering innovative and tailored energy solutions while fostering a people first culture.

These roles offer the opportunity to work exclusively on equipment supply scopes for BESS projects, supporting both pre-contract bidding and execution phases. Flexibility and mobility are essential, as some travel may be required depending on project needs.

As a Project Planning Manager, you will play a vital role in the successful delivery of energy projects by developing, maintaining, and managing robust project schedules and ensuring alignment with project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, ensuring alignment with scope, time, cost, and quality objectives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to gather project information and establish baselines.
• Focus on programme builds for pre-contract bidding through to execution phases, ensuring seamless transitions between phases.
• Perform resource planning to ensure optimal allocation and utilization of resources throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct critical path analysis, identify schedule risks, and recommend mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Perform schedule monitoring, tracking progress, and reporting any deviations from the plan.
• Lead and participate in planning workshops with stakeholders to ensure clarity and commitment to project timelines.
• Present project planning insights and updates to clients and internal teams in a clear and concise manner.

Technical Skills Required:

• Proficiency in planning and scheduling software, including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project .
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel , including complex data manipulation, creating dashboards, and integrating data with planning tools.
• Familiarity with Power BI or similar visualization tools to create dynamic reports and dashboards.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and their application in planning and schedule control.
• Expertise in using tools for schedule assurance and quality checks, such as Acumen Fuse , DCMA 14-Point Checks, and Primavera Schedlog.
• Ability to perform resource and cost loading within project schedules.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate project status, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Solid understanding of industry-standard planning techniques and best practices, particularly in equipment supply scope for energy projects.
• Experience with planning methodologies such as Agile or waterfall models, adapted to the energy sector.

Qualifications:

• A degree in a relevant discipline, such as engineering or project management.
• Demonstrable experience in project planning within the energy sector.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring clear and constructive interactions with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive mindset and a keen eye for detail to maintain the highest standards of schedule integrity.
• High level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism
• Able to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
• Strong sense of responsibility and team spirit, ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in the energy industry or fast-growth environments is a plus

Senior Engineer (Project Planning) - (phone number removed) - £33.98/hr (Umbrella Rate - Inside IR35) - **Maternity Cover for 13 months, starting Aug 2025**

Are you ready to elevate your career with an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the dynamic world of engineering projects? This company is seeking a talented and driven Senior Engineer (Project Planning) to join their innovative general project engineering team, where you'll play a key role in delivering cutting-edge solutions in the product development sector. With a competitive umbrella rate of £33.98 per hour and the chance to work on challenging and rewarding projects, this is your opportunity to shine in a role that truly matters.

In this role, you will plan and coordinate Propulsion System test work across prototype vehicle builds and system test rigs.  Working closely with Vehicle Engineering, Prototype Build Operations, Test & Development and Commodity Engineering teams, you will use your knowledge of electrified propulsion technology to drive the correct development work and influence build schedules, ensuring customers can conduct their intended test activities with hardware and software that is fit for purpose.

What You Will Do:

As the primary point of contact for Propulsion system test activities, you will be responsible for:

• Identifying and driving resolution of emerging technical risks and issues which could prevent system or vehicle test work from completing on time or to quality
• Communicating clearly with stakeholders to ensure you understand their requirements and our stakeholders have an accurate status and prognosis at all times. It is expected that achieving this will utilise Agile structures, such as Daily Standups, Group Sync or Scrum of Scrums meetings and showcases.
• Run succinct daily standups with vehicle and rig users to ensure planned test work can be conducted, identifying Obstacles to upcoming work in sufficient time to resolve before they impact critical activities.
• Collaboratively identify, collate and manage issues to ensure prioritised resolution activities (either interim or permanent) are clear, with an empowered owner and expected completion date for each issue, aligned with customer teams.
• Use the in-depth knowledge of hardware and software capability for Propulsion system components, developed in-role, to derive and influence medium- and long-term Development Validation plan.

What Will You Bring:

• Basic knowledge of the key components constituting an electrified Propulsion System and their primary functions, such as High Voltage (HV) batteries, power electronics and electric drive units.
• A basic understanding of vehicle networks, software development and calibration activities.
• An understanding of the generic steps in a New Product Introduction / Product Development process.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of PCDS and Programme Gateways.
• Knowledge of Agile Ceremonies and the role of a Scrum Master.
• Experience of commodity delivery, software delivery, programme management, risk management or structured problem-solving processes and methods. Some examples may be qualifications like PRINCE2, PMP, APMP / ChPP, AgilePM, Six Sigma or similar
• Experience with Project Management or Agile toolsets, such as JIRA, Confluence, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project or similar

Additional Information:

In this role, you'll be contributing to the success of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, precision, and collaboration. As a Senior Engineer (Project Planning) you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing operational plans that push boundaries and deliver excellence. You'll have the chance to work on exciting projects, surrounded by a team that shares your enthusiasm for engineering and problem-solving.

Location:

This position is based in Gaydon, offering a vibrant and inspiring environment for professionals in the engineering field.

Interested?:

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career as a Senior Engineer (Project Planning) in a role that offers challenge, growth, and the chance to make a real impact. Apply now to take the next step in your professional journey

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Senior Engineer (Project Planning) - (phone number removed) - £33.98/hr (Umbrella Rate - Inside IR35) - **Maternity Cover for 13 months, starting Aug 2025**

Are you ready to elevate your career with an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the dynamic world of engineering projects? This company is seeking a talented and driven Senior Engineer (Project Planning) to join their innovative general project engineering team, where you'll play a key role in delivering cutting-edge solutions in the product development sector. With a competitive umbrella rate of £33.98 per hour and the chance to work on challenging and rewarding projects, this is your opportunity to shine in a role that truly matters.

In this role, you will plan and coordinate Propulsion System test work across prototype vehicle builds and system test rigs.  Working closely with Vehicle Engineering, Prototype Build Operations, Test & Development and Commodity Engineering teams, you will use your knowledge of electrified propulsion technology to drive the correct development work and influence build schedules, ensuring customers can conduct their intended test activities with hardware and software that is fit for purpose.

What You Will Do:

As the primary point of contact for Propulsion system test activities, you will be responsible for:

• Identifying and driving resolution of emerging technical risks and issues which could prevent system or vehicle test work from completing on time or to quality
• Communicating clearly with stakeholders to ensure you understand their requirements and our stakeholders have an accurate status and prognosis at all times. It is expected that achieving this will utilise Agile structures, such as Daily Standups, Group Sync or Scrum of Scrums meetings and showcases.
• Run succinct daily standups with vehicle and rig users to ensure planned test work can be conducted, identifying Obstacles to upcoming work in sufficient time to resolve before they impact critical activities.
• Collaboratively identify, collate and manage issues to ensure prioritised resolution activities (either interim or permanent) are clear, with an empowered owner and expected completion date for each issue, aligned with customer teams.
• Use the in-depth knowledge of hardware and software capability for Propulsion system components, developed in-role, to derive and influence medium- and long-term Development Validation plan.

What Will You Bring:

• Basic knowledge of the key components constituting an electrified Propulsion System and their primary functions, such as High Voltage (HV) batteries, power electronics and electric drive units.
• A basic understanding of vehicle networks, software development and calibration activities.
• An understanding of the generic steps in a New Product Introduction / Product Development process.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of PCDS and Programme Gateways.
• Knowledge of Agile Ceremonies and the role of a Scrum Master.
• Experience of commodity delivery, software delivery, programme management, risk management or structured problem-solving processes and methods. Some examples may be qualifications like PRINCE2, PMP, APMP / ChPP, AgilePM, Six Sigma or similar
• Experience with Project Management or Agile toolsets, such as JIRA, Confluence, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project or similar

Additional Information:

In this role, you'll be contributing to the success of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, precision, and collaboration. As a Senior Engineer (Project Planning) you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing operational plans that push boundaries and deliver excellence. You'll have the chance to work on exciting projects, surrounded by a team that shares your enthusiasm for engineering and problem-solving.

Location:

This position is based in Gaydon, offering a vibrant and inspiring environment for professionals in the engineering field.

Interested?:

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career as a Senior Engineer (Project Planning) in a role that offers challenge, growth, and the chance to make a real impact. Apply now to take the next step in your professional journey

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Job Title: Planning Specialist – Pigment

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Type: Full-Time

A high-performing enterprise performance management consultancy is looking to expand its delivery team with the addition of a Planning Specialist experienced in Pigment. This role offers the chance to work on innovative planning and forecasting solutions across a wide variety of sectors, supporting clients through their finance transformation journeys.

About the Role

You will play a leading role in the design and implementation of Pigment planning models, working directly with clients to deliver structured, scalable, and high-value solutions. From requirement gathering to model build and adoption, this is a hands-on delivery role with the opportunity to influence both client outcomes and internal delivery practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support end-to-end Pigment implementation projects, from design through to go-live and post-deployment support
• Gather and interpret client requirements, translating them into robust planning and forecasting models
• Build integrated models covering P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow, tailored to industry-specific needs
• Contribute to internal methodology, delivery tooling, and process improvement
• Support pre-sales activities with configuration of demo environments and scoping sessions
• Act as a mentor to junior consultants and share best practices across the delivery team
• Maintain up-to-date Pigment platform knowledge through training and certifications

What We’re Looking For

• Proven hands-on experience delivering end-to-end Pigment implementations
• Deep understanding of financial modelling and enterprise planning
• Ability to conceptualise client business models and map them into scalable Pigment solutions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable working independently and within distributed delivery teams
• Willingness to travel within the UK and Europe when required
• Pigment PRO Certified is an advantage

Nice to Have

• Professional finance qualifications (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
• Experience delivering workforce planning or multi-entity financial models
• Prior experience in a consultancy or finance systems implementation environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Fully remote role with flexible work arrangements
• Access to high-impact projects across industries
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Career development, training, and Pigment certification opportunities

To Apply:

Please send your CV to

For a confidential conversation, call +44 (0) 1603 327634

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a number of project controls opportunities on a permanent basis to support a major water and utilities programme based in Warrington.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Controls Consultants to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project controls, including scheduling, cost management, risk analysis, and performance monitoring, ideally in large-scale projects across a variety of industries (e.g utilities, infrastructure etc.). The Project Controls Consultants will work closely with project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with client specifications.
Key Responsibilities:

• Project Controls Management : Lead the development and implementation of project control systems and processes, including scheduling, budgeting, cost tracking, and risk management.
• Schedule Management : Develop, monitor, and update detailed project schedules using industry-standard tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project). Ensure the timely completion of milestones and deadlines.
• Cost Management : Monitor and report on project budgets, including the tracking of costs, change orders, and forecasts. Work with project teams to implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Risk Management : Identify potential risks and issues impacting project performance. Develop and implement risk mitigation plans and provide guidance on how to handle emerging project challenges.
• Reporting & Documentation : Prepare and present regular project performance reports to senior leadership and clients, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed about project progress, risks, and financial health.
• Stakeholder Communication : Act as a liaison between project teams, contractors, and clients, ensuring that all parties are aligned and informed about project requirements, timelines, and issues.
• Process Improvement : Continuously assess and improve project controls processes, recommending best practices to optimize project execution and delivery.
• Team Mentorship : Provide guidance and mentorship to junior project controls staff, fostering an environment of learning and development within the team.

Must-Haves:

• Strong experience in project controls, planning, or cost engineering roles within infrastructure, energy, or construction sectors.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or other scheduling tools.
• Excellent understanding of cost management, change control, and risk management principles.
• Working knowledge of earned value management (EVM) processes and techniques.
• Familiarity with project governance and assurance processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Desirable:

• Degree in engineering, project management, or a related discipline.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., APM, PMI, PRINCE2, or AACE International).
• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Knowledge of risk analysis tools such as Primavera Risk Analysis, @Risk, or Safran.
• Experience working on high-value, large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a number of project controls opportunities on a permanent basis to support a major water and utilities programme based in Warrington.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Controls Consultants to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project controls, including scheduling, cost management, risk analysis, and performance monitoring, ideally in large-scale projects across a variety of industries (e.g utilities, infrastructure etc.). The Project Controls Consultants will work closely with project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with client specifications.
Key Responsibilities:

• Project Controls Management : Lead the development and implementation of project control systems and processes, including scheduling, budgeting, cost tracking, and risk management.
• Schedule Management : Develop, monitor, and update detailed project schedules using industry-standard tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project). Ensure the timely completion of milestones and deadlines.
• Cost Management : Monitor and report on project budgets, including the tracking of costs, change orders, and forecasts. Work with project teams to implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Risk Management : Identify potential risks and issues impacting project performance. Develop and implement risk mitigation plans and provide guidance on how to handle emerging project challenges.
• Reporting & Documentation : Prepare and present regular project performance reports to senior leadership and clients, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed about project progress, risks, and financial health.
• Stakeholder Communication : Act as a liaison between project teams, contractors, and clients, ensuring that all parties are aligned and informed about project requirements, timelines, and issues.
• Process Improvement : Continuously assess and improve project controls processes, recommending best practices to optimize project execution and delivery.
• Team Mentorship : Provide guidance and mentorship to junior project controls staff, fostering an environment of learning and development within the team.

Must-Haves:

• Strong experience in project controls, planning, or cost engineering roles within infrastructure, energy, or construction sectors.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or other scheduling tools.
• Excellent understanding of cost management, change control, and risk management principles.
• Working knowledge of earned value management (EVM) processes and techniques.
• Familiarity with project governance and assurance processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Desirable:

• Degree in engineering, project management, or a related discipline.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., APM, PMI, PRINCE2, or AACE International).
• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Knowledge of risk analysis tools such as Primavera Risk Analysis, @Risk, or Safran.
• Experience working on high-value, large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

Vella is proud to be exclusively working with an award-winning Town planning-led multidisciplinary consultancy, who are looking for a Project Coordinator to join their Infrastructure Town Planning team.

THE HEADLINES:

Title: Project Coordinator (Town Planning)

Experience required: 4+ Years

Salary: Up to £40,000-£55,000 (+ discretionary bonus) DOE.

Location: Central London

Type of Company: Planning-Led Multidisciplinary SME

Hybrid working: Yes (2 days WFH / 3 days in-office)

WHO ARE THEY?

My client are a fast paced, dynamic and award-winning planning-led SME, working on some of the top NSIP/DCO projects nationwide. They are looking for someone to join their highly reputable Infrastructure Planning Team, in return, they are offering some amazing benefits, such as a generous salary and bonus scheme (both consistent and above market rate), a busy social calendar, hybrid, and flexible working arrangements (full package can be discussed).

WHO THEY ARE LOOKING FOR:

Our client is looking for someone who can co-ordinate Infrastructure Planning matters within an established and esteemed team working on some of the most significant projects across the UK. They are looking for someone ideally with exposure to Town Planning matters/teams, although a background in wider development could also work. This will require excellent technical organisational and administrative skills. This happens to be the first appointment of it's kind in the business, so there are lots of opportunities to carve out a special role.

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

Vella is proud to be exclusively working with an award-winning Town planning-led multidisciplinary consultancy, who are looking for a Project Coordinator to join their Infrastructure Town Planning team.

THE HEADLINES:

Title: Project Coordinator (Town Planning)

Experience required: 4+ Years

Salary: Up to £40,000-£55,000 (+ discretionary bonus) DOE.

Location: Central London

Type of Company: Planning-Led Multidisciplinary SME

Hybrid working: Yes (2 days WFH / 3 days in-office)

WHO ARE THEY?

My client are a fast paced, dynamic and award-winning planning-led SME, working on some of the top NSIP/DCO projects nationwide. They are looking for someone to join their highly reputable Infrastructure Planning Team, in return, they are offering some amazing benefits, such as a generous salary and bonus scheme (both consistent and above market rate), a busy social calendar, hybrid, and flexible working arrangements (full package can be discussed).

WHO THEY ARE LOOKING FOR:

Our client is looking for someone who can co-ordinate Infrastructure Planning matters within an established and esteemed team working on some of the most significant projects across the UK. They are looking for someone ideally with exposure to Town Planning matters/teams, although a background in wider development could also work. This will require excellent technical organisational and administrative skills. This happens to be the first appointment of it's kind in the business, so there are lots of opportunities to carve out a special role.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Regional product implementation and optimization: Lead the localization of headquarters standard products in intercontinental regions, conduct research and exploration based on business needs, and develop customized optimization plans in line with regional market characteristics to ensure product competitiveness.

2. Full lifecycle delivery management: Be responsible for environment configuration, functional testing, and performance verification before product launch, establish a delivery quality assessment system, continuously improve user experience, and ensure that product delivery meets expected standards.

3. Continuous product iteration: Establish a market feedback loop mechanism, identify core issues through data analysis, lead the design and effect verification of optimization plans, and promote issue closure and model innovation.

4. Cross-domain collaboration management: Work closely with business, technology, and operation departments to ensure the smooth operation of product operations.

Job Requirements:

1. Majors in supply chain, logistics, computer, information management, e-commerce, bachelor degree or above, more than 3 years of product or related work experience.

2. Experience in international logistics and cross-border e-commerce product planning, experience in large e-commerce companies or international logistics is preferred.

3. Strong logical thinking, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, strong business sensitivity and business planning ability.

4. The workplace is in Europe (London/Paris/Rotterdam are all options).

工作职责：

1.区域化产品落地与优化：主导集团标准化产品在洲际区域的本地化实施，根据业务需求进行调研及挖掘，结合区域市场特性输出定制化优化方案，确保产品竞争力。

2.全生命周期交付管理：负责产品上线前的环境配置、功能测试及性能验证，制定交付质量评估体系，持续改善用户体验，保障产品交付符合预期标准。

3.产品持续迭代：建立市场反馈闭环机制，通过数据分析定位核心问题，主导优化方案设计与效果验证，推动问题闭环与模式创新。

4.跨域协同管理：与业务、技术、运营等部门紧密协作，确保产品运营工作的顺利进行。

工作要求：

1. 本科及以上学历，供应链、物流、计算机、信息管理、电子商务专业，具有 3 年以上产品或相关工作经验。

2. 具备国际物流及跨境电子商务产品规划方面的经验，有在大型电子商务公司或国际物流企业工作经历者优先。

3. 具备出色的逻辑思维能力、强大的分析与解决问题的能力、敏锐的商业洞察力以及出色的商业规划能力。

4.工作地点在欧洲（伦敦/巴黎/鹿特丹均可）。