Lead Planner

Why choose us?  

BRUSH Group provides the energy solutions that help power our built world. From power transformers to switchgear and engineering solutions, for generations, the BRUSH brand has stood for engineering excellence.  

We are committed to supporting the global effort for industrial decarbonisation and sustainable development and have set ambitious objectives to achieve our target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. 🌍 

What's the role? 

The Lead Planner is responsible for the development, management, and continuous improvement of integrated project schedules across Engineering and Construction projects within the electrical transmission and distribution sector. Working closely with project managers, engineering teams, procurement, construction, and commercial functions to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop, maintain, and manage fully integrated Engineering and Construction project schedules in Primavera P6.
• Establish Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) aligned to project scope and delivery strategy.
•  Lead the integration of cost and resource loading within Primavera P6.
• Develop time-phased resource plans (labour, plant, materials) aligned to programme requirements.
• Interface with clients, subcontractors, and supply chain partners to ensure alignment of programme deliverables.
• Support bid and tender planning activities, including programme development and methodology input.
• Act as the planning lead in project reviews, risk workshops, and progress meetings.

What are we looking for:

• Strong Competence within Primavera P6
• Strong Competence within Microsoft Project (Desirable)
• Strong knowledge of cost control principles, including budgeting and financial analysis
• Proven experience as a project planner with expertise in cost-based project planning and earned value management.

What's in it for you?   

• Competitive salary 
• Holiday allowance starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles)
•  Flexible and Hybrid working options (role dependant)
• Life insurance – 4 x annual salary 
•  Enhanced Company Pension scheme 
•  24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme 
•  GP24 Service – Access to remote, private GP services 24/7, 365 days a year plus Second Medical Opinions.
•  BRUSHRewards – Discover plenty of ways to get more active and make great savings on everyday essentials as well as gifts for loved ones, holidays and special treats for yourself.
•  Family friendly policies including Enhanced Maternity/Paternity 
•  Bike2work scheme 
•  Long Service Awards 
•  Developing our people is important to us - we support and encourage development by offering ongoing professional development and training.