Project Planner

Company: Venn Group
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Location: Reading
Job Description:

Venn Group

NEC Project Planner

Work Style: Fully office based

Location: Berkshire

Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 per annum + Benefits

Term: Permanent

Level of Clearance Required: Existing SC/DV

Brief Summary of the Role

Our client is searching for a motivated Planner to join a major infrastructure/construction programme.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with planning experience looking to develop their career within project controls, scheduling, and programme management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Record site activities and progress, updating project schedules accordingly
  • Prepare and maintain logically linked schedules using Primavera P6 / MS Project
  • Produce schedule updates, forecasts, S-curves and logic traces
  • Support Senior Planners with tender programmes aligned to NEC contracts
  • Monitor schedule changes and ensure alignment with project objectives
  • Prepare clear reports for progress reviews and stakeholder meetings
  • Identify and communicate schedule risks, delays and critical activities
  • Support procurement planning and monitor delivery dates
  • Track resource utilisation and associated costs
  • Assist with Earned Value Management, trend analysis and project controls activities
  • Support risk identification and mitigation workshops
  • Maintain accurate programme information for subcontractors and suppliers

Skillset / Experience Required:

  • 3–5 years’ experience within construction, infrastructure or civils sectors
  • Experience using Primavera P6 and MS Project
  • Understanding of programme creation, implementation and control
  • Knowledge of critical path analysis & Strong Microsoft Office skills
  • Familiarity with NEC contracts
  • Good understanding of project controls / EVM principles
  • Highly organised with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Skillset / Experience Desirable

  • Motivated to progress professionally
  • Experience in safety-critical environments advantageous
  • Existing SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance

If interested, please send your updated CV to

Posted: July 13th, 2026