Project Planner

Monitoring critical and near-critical paths across the programme.

Identifying schedule risks, slippage and dependency conflicts before they become issues.

Analysing recovery options and recommending practical solutions.

Assessing the impact of risks, issues and change requests on programme timelines.

Managing key milestones, deliverables and programme commitments.

Facilitating cross-workstream dependency reviews.

Highlighting missing updates, unrealistic forecasts and unresolved scheduling conflicts.

Ensuring stakeholders have clear visibility of delivery commitments and deadlines.

Producing planning insights and schedule reporting for governance forums, assurance reviews and stage gates.

Supporting RAID management through schedule impact analysis .

Maintaining planning records, baselines, assumptions and approved changes.

Presenting complex planning information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Contributing to planning best practice, reporting standards and process improvements.

Participating in delivery forums to capture decisions, progress and planning impacts.

Supporting programme administration activities in line with PMO and Finance procedures.

We're keen to hear from planners who combine technical scheduling expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills.

You'll bring:

Proven experience as a Project Planner, Planning Analyst , Scheduler, or similar role within complex projects or programmes.

Demonstrable expertise in:

Detailed project scheduling

Critical path analysis

Dependency management

Milestone tracking

Baseline control

Schedule risk analysis

Recovery planning and scenario modelling

Experience working with recognised planning tools such as:

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Or equivalent scheduling platforms

Excellent analytical and reporting capabilities, including advanced spreadsheet skills.

The confidence to challenge assumptions, forecasts and delivery plans constructively.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

It would be advantageous if you have experience within:

Business transformation programmes

Enterprise systems implementations

Multi-supplier delivery environments

Manufacturing, logistics, construction materials or other operationally intensive industries

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.

Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice

Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause

Training and development opportunities

Tarmac is committed to being a Forces ‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.

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