Project Planner - 12-Month Contract
Newly Created Role | Competitive Rate (DOE) | Portfolio-Level Exposure

Hays is currently partnering with a leading organisation to appoint an experienced Project Planner for a newly created 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of projects, supporting best-in-class planning and controls in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Your new role

Reporting to the Superintendent Project Controls, you will play a key role in ensuring robust project planning, schedule integrity, and stakeholder alignment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining detailed project schedules in Primavera P6 aligned to project maturity
• Producing Basis of Schedule documentation in line with company standards
• Analysing project performance, identifying risks, deviations, and opportunities for improvement
• Reviewing and validating contractor schedules, progress methodologies, and compliance
• Conducting site visits to verify progress, sequencing, and forecast accuracy
• Supporting the establishment and management of project baselines
• Generating productivity and trend reports to inform decision-making
• Driving alignment across planning, cost, estimating, and contracts teams
• Providing expert planning insights and technical support to key stakeholders

What you’ll need to succeed

• Proven experience in Project Planning within mining, construction, or major projects
• Advanced capability in Primavera P6
• Strong understanding of schedule management principles and techniques
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment with tight reporting deadlines
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills across all levels
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a strong attention to detail
• Commitment to safety and collaborative teamwork

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive daily rate, reflective of your experience
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-value projects
• Opportunity to work within a high-performing Project Controls team
• Immediate start available for the right candidate

What you need to do now
If you’re an experienced Project Planner looking for your next contract opportunity, click ‘Apply Now’ or contact Hays for a confidential discussion.

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