Lead Planner
nexos - Aberdeen, Scotland
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Job Description We are seeking to appoint an experienced Lead Planner to lead and develop the planning capability across the Nexos business. This newly created role combines hands-on planning delivery with the opportunity to shape and implement best practice, strengthen planning systems and processes, and take responsibility for the leadership, management and development of the planning team.Role summaryAdvising Project/Contract Managers and key contract stakeholders on the plan performance of the contract through plans, forecasts, histograms, analysis, control measures, S-curves, and reportingPreparing and issuing plans and deliverables on time and to expected quality standards, including trending and schedule risk analysis with narrative Establishing and developing good working relationships with client project controls counterparts and demonstrate high levels of professional conduct and discipline Ownership of Planning Procedures and System Owner for Primavera P6Challenge, manage and develop individuals within the planning function to drive best practise and continuous improvement We are looking forExtensive planning experience gained from within the energy sector including Offshore and Renewable Energy Developers, Offshore Operators and EPC contractorsAdvanced knowledge and experience of Primavera P6Strong analytical, leadership and stakeholder engagement skillsA proactive and solutions-focused approach to project deliveryExperience of leading and developing planning teamsExperience in a Project Planning roleExperience of cradle to grave project lifecyclesStrong working knowledge of project controls theory and practicesExperience writing and communicating procedures and work instructionsTechnical Skills & QualificationsExpert level Primavera P6 experienceExcellent Excel skillsHNC or higher qualifications preferred
Created: 2026-03-20