Join Mitie – the future of high‑performing places.

ROLE: Planner HOURS: 40 hours a week LOCATION: Olney

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day.
We're looking for a Programme Planner who will play a key role in supporting project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and contractual compliance across complex programmes.

Role Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and update the project programme (schedule) in line with commercial contract requirements (e.g., NEC/FIDIC), ensuring full integration of all project activities and alignment with project objectives. Work closely with project stakeholders to understand objectives, scope, and deliverables and translate them into detailed, achievable plans and schedules. Proactively identify and report delays, proposing solutions and adjustments to mitigate programme impact. Implement and manage planning, monitoring, and control processes required by the commercial contract, ensuring timely communication of progress, risks, and changes. Coordinate with the project team to support early warning processes, identify risks, and contribute to mitigation strategies. Ensure accurate and timely submission of revised programmes, forecasts, and updates, supporting the management of compensation events and contract variations. Lead and facilitate collaborative planning sessions with project teams and stakeholders to support efficient project execution and programme updates. Utilise Microsoft Project and Primavera P6 tools, applying planning techniques such as critical path analysis and earned value management. Prepare and present detailed reports and analysis on project progress, performance, and forecasts to senior stakeholders, highlighting risks and recommended solutions. Collaborate closely with client design leads to review and analyse progress data, ensuring timely communication of insights to project management. Build and maintain strong relationships with project teams and clients, ensuring clear communication and excellent client satisfaction. Ensure senior management is fully informed of all programme issues and provide appropriate planning advice. Required Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Essential Experience using MS Project and Primavera P6 (OPC) software. 3+ years' project planning experience. Ability to work independently to produce project and tender programmes. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A strong team player committed to continuous improvement. Desirable Experience in construction or renewable energy. Degree in Business Management, Construction, or equivalent experience. Project Management experience. PRINCE2/APM qualification. There's a place for you at Mitie — join us today!