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Senior Planner

Hitachi, Ltd. is a Japanese multinational conglomerate that focuses on Social Innovation Business, combining IT, OT, and products to address societal challenges and contribute to a sustainable future.

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Location:

Remote - England, United Kingdom

Job ID:

R0078086

Date Posted:

2025-06-27

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The opportunity

In this role you’ll be involved in scheduling and cost control efforts for all project phases taking ownership and overseeing multiple projects of a value of between 2-25 Million USD. As part of the team you will set up, maintainand analyseactual and forecasted schedules, cost and risk, and monitor, report and manage deviations.

Our teams follow sound methodology and execution practices in accordance with internal standard procedures, manage the integrated schedule and cost control performance measurement process for the project’s entire scope of work.

(Also note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position)

How you'll make an impact

  • Analyses 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.

  • Monitoring project progress and regularly analyse project critical paths to ensure all critical path activities and project milestones are progressed according to the plan, ensuring you communicate effectively to Project Managers any deviations or scheduling issues, and provides input for optimizing resources.

  • Issuing progress reports, program updates and productivity data on a regular basis and as requested by customers and stakeholders. Use customer reporting portals such as Fastdraft where appropriate.

  • Establishes a baseline plan for cost performance measurement. Working with the project team to define the necessary resources for project completion, evaluating the work breakdown structure.

  • Working closely with engineering, supply chain, construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, client, and contractors to identify potential changes in scope and quantify the impact of each change in a timely fashion.

  • Integrating material resource requirements with project schedule and defines procurement activities and order lead times. Regularly communicates with Supply Chain Management (SCM) team and updates schedules to ensure procurement activities take place in a timely way and lead times are optimized to meet schedule targets.

  • Participates in project reviews. Composes reports and updates all required project data in Project Control systems for Management Information and Project Analysis. Communicates project progress and control issues to project management team and offers solutions.

  • Effectively communicates appropriate information to customers and other stakeholders in a timely mannerin orderto achieve the desired understanding.

Your background

  • Proven experience as a Planner within similar industry (preferably for EPC projects in T&D).

  • Extensive experience in project planning and scheduling, including in mature scheduling methods and tools.

  • Operational skills, robust previous experience as part of project teams.

  • Able to advise and lead the project team with respect to the programmeprogress.

  • Ability to communicate effectively to all areas of the business.

  • Expert Knowledge of Oracle Primavera P6.

  • Self-motivated, Team player.

  • Ability to travel when required to Birmingham office and site.

More about us

We offer fantastic opportunities to work on dynamic, high-impact and cutting-edge industry initiatives that are making a crucial impact to society whilst also offering the vibrancy of working within a world-leading global organization.

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

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Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Senior

Location requirements

Hiring timezones

United Kingdom +/- 0 hours

About Hitachi

Learn more about Hitachi and their company culture.

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At Hitachi, our core mission is to 'contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products'. This foundational principle, established by our founder Namihei Odaira in 1910, continues to guide our endeavors as we navigate the complexities of the modern world. Our values of Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering Spirit are not just words; they are the bedrock of our corporate culture, shaping how we interact with our stakeholders, conduct our business, and innovate for the future. We believe in fostering a vibrant and enterprising company that is open to new ideas, respects the abilities of every employee, and inspires the confidence to tackle new challenges. This culture of empowerment and collaboration is crucial as we strive to deliver innovations that answer society's challenges. Our team, with its diverse talents and proven experience in global markets, is dedicated to inspiring the world.

Our commitment extends to creating a sustainable future. We are acutely aware of global challenges such as resource scarcity, energy demands, and environmental issues, and our vision is to be a leader in solving these through our Social Innovation Business. This involves combining advanced IT with operational technologies (OT) and products to create a future where people can live safer and richer lives. We are constantly pushing boundaries and seeking to co-create solutions with our customers and partners. Integrity, safety, and quality are paramount in all our operations, reaffirming our license to operate as a responsible corporate citizen. We are dedicated to open, transparent, and reliable business practices, valuing the environment and striving to build a prosperous community. At Hitachi, we are not just building products; we are building a better future, driven by a pioneering spirit and a steadfast commitment to societal progress.

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