P6 Planner

Client: BAE Systems

Location: Barrow-in-Furness

Hourly Rate: £47 PAYE or £63.40 Umbrella

Contract: 6 months (likely extension)

Working Arrangements: 2-3 days per week on site

We are currently recruiting for an experienced P6 Planner to support a major defence programme with BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6
• Monitor progress against programme milestones and report on performance
• Work closely with project teams to identify risks, delays, and recovery plans
• Provide regular planning updates and reports to key stakeholders

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Planner using Primavera P6
• Experience working on large-scale engineering, infrastructure, defence, or nuclear programmes
• Strong understanding of schedule development, critical path analysis, and earned value management
• Ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders and technical teams
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Experience working within defence, shipbuilding, aerospace, or complex manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of risk management and schedule assurance
• Previous experience working with BAE Systems or other major defence contractors would be an advantage

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile programme with a leading defence organisation on a long-term contract.

Please apply with your latest CV if interested.