Project Planner – Defence

Company: Electus Recruitment Solutions
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Job Description:

You will shape how complex defence programmes are planned and controlled while building long-term programme credibility. This role gives you visibility, progression and ownership within regulated delivery environments.

Must-have eligibility

  • Sole British nationality with birth in the UK.
  • Defence programme experience within regulated environments.
  • Strong planning and scheduling capability using Primavera P6 or similar.

Rewards

£50,000 to £70,000 plus car allowance.

What you will work on

  • Building and maintaining integrated schedules across major defence programmes.
  • Analysing critical paths, progress and forecast positions to inform delivery decisions.
  • Supporting programme planning across multiple workstreams and stakeholders.
  • Integrating schedule insight with cost and risk information.

Skills and experience

  • Background in project planning or project controls.
  • Practical use of Primavera P6 or equivalent tools.
  • Experience within defence environment is essential.
  • Clear communication of planning insight to senior and technical audiences.

Benefits and flexibility

  • Car allowance.
  • Permanent health insurance.
  • Private medical insurance.

Location

Many locations available throughout UK. Hybrid working with travel to clients expected.

Posted: April 1st, 2026