Lead Planner
Core
Lead Integrated Planning for a high-value fusion energy programme by developing and maintaining a fully integrated multi-level schedule (IMS) across engineering, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Planner (Programme Controls)
Builds
Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and strategic schedule insights for a prototype fusion plant programme.
Domain
Fusion energy / Nuclear engineering / Large-scale infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Integrated scheduling (IMS), Earned Value Management (EVM), Schedule Risk Analysis (Monte Carlo/SRA), WBS development, Resource loading, Change impact assessment, Stakeholder engagement, Team leadership
Preferred skills
Nuclear/fusion domain knowledge, Defence/aerospace experience, NEC contract familiarity, Professional certifications (APM, PMI-SP, PMP)
Technologies
Primavera P6, MS Project
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain fully integrated multi-level IMS (L0–L4); Deliver scenario modelling and data-driven insights for executive decisions; Lead planning for a programme valued at >£20M; Mentor planners and engineers on best practices; Translate complex physics/engineering design into structured quality plans and schedules.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities