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PMO Planner

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland (On-site)

PMO Planner

1 Month ago • All levels • Product Management • Undisclosed

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Job Description

This PMO Planner position supports the development and maintenance of enterprise-level information systems for a major UK rail network company. Responsibilities include leading the evaluation of project timelines, costs, and risks; supporting the Planning Manager in developing and maintaining the program structure (WBS and CBS); creating and managing cost/resource-loaded schedules; ensuring adherence to access dates and milestones; tracking project progress and identifying potential issues; collaborating with other teams (Project Controls, Reporting, Change Management); communicating planning strategies; assisting in setting project objectives and evaluating planner performance. The role requires proficiency in project scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project), experience in risk assessment and mitigation, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Must have:

Proficient in project scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project)
Create cost/resource-loaded programs
Risk assessment and mitigation experience
Develop and align WBS and CBS
Track project progress and identify issues
Collaborate with other teams
Strong analytical and communication skills

Good to have:

PM methodology certification

Project description

One of the biggest UK rail network companies operating with rail infrastructure and asset management has a need to develop and support enterprise level information systems.

Responsibilities

Lead the evaluation of project timelines, costs, and risk assessments to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Support the Planning Manager in developing and maintaining the programme structure, including the alignment of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS).

Create and manage cost/resource-loaded schedules, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.

Ensure the programme adheres to access dates, milestones, and key planning requirements.

Track project progress, identify potential issues, and recommend proactive solutions.

Collaborate effectively with Project Controls, Reporting, and Change Management teams to maintain project alignment and performance.

Communicate planning strategies and share industry best practices to enhance project outcomes.

Assist in setting project objectives and evaluating Planner performance to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Must have

Proficiency in developing, managing, and analyzing project schedules, including the use of tools such as Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software.

Ability to create cost/resource-loaded programmes, track expenses, and allocate resources efficiently.

Experience in identifying risks, performing risk assessments, and formulating mitigation strategies.

Expertise in developing and aligning WBS and CBS to ensure consistency and clarity across the programme.

Skilled in tracking project progress, identifying potential delays or issues, and proposing corrective actions.

Ability to collaborate with other teams within the organization, such as Project Controls, Reporting, and Change Management to ensure effective communication and project performance.

Understanding of planning principles, including milestones, and key planning requirements.

Ability to assess Planner performance, set objectives, and contribute to team development.

Strong analytical skills to foresee potential problems and propose effective solutions.

Excellent communication skills to present planning strategies and best practices clearly across various teams and stakeholders.

Nice to have

Certification in PM methodologies

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Languages

English: B2 Upper Intermediate

Seniority

Regular

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Luxoft

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Luxoft, a DXC Technology Company (NYSE: DXC), is a digital strategy and software engineering firm providing bespoke technology solutions that drive business change for customers the world over. Acquired by U.S. company DXC Technology in 2019, Luxoft is a global operation in 44 cities and 21 countries with an international, agile workforce of nearly 18,000 people. It combines a unique blend of engineering excellence and deep industry expertise, helping over 425 global clients innovate in the areas of automotive, financial services, travel and hospitality, healthcare, life sciences, media and telecommunications.

DXC Technology is a leading Fortune 500 IT services company which helps global companies run their mission critical systems. Together, DXC and Luxoft offer a differentiated customer-value proposition for digital transformation by combining Luxoft’s front-end digital capabilities with DXC’s expertise in IT modernization and integration. Follow our profile for regular updates and insights into technology and business needs.