SC Cleared Planning, Scheduling & Reporting Specialist - MoD Programmes

Posted 3 hours 1 minute ago by Synergize Consulting Ltd

Contract
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Wiltshire, Corsham, United Kingdom, SN130
Job Description

We are partnered with a small consultancy that urgently seeks an experienced SC Cleared Planning, Scheduling & Reporting Specialist to support a high-profile Ministry of Defence programme. This role will be central to ensuring robust planning discipline, accurate reporting, and stakeholder confidence across a complex connectivity programme.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, maintain, and report on a single, authoritative version of programme planning artefacts, liaising with Fixed Connectivity stakeholders.

  • Build and maintain resource-loaded schedules, capturing tasks, dependencies, assumptions, risks, and resourcing overlays.

  • Conduct regular analysis of programme performance, including schedule health checks, risk activity tracking, and dependency management.

  • Undertake critical path analysis and variance reporting against baseline schedules.

  • Develop and maintain an Integrated Master Schedule and Fixed Connectivity Plan on a Page.

  • Integrate risk mitigation plans into schedules and provide early warning of potential slippages.

  • Coordinate monthly Programme of Record (PoL) reviews, engaging with stakeholders and ensuring assurance for governance boards.

  • Produce clear and insightful reporting in line with programme governance, including narrative on performance against baselines.

  • Support the development and mentoring of junior planning team members.

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Strong background in planning, scheduling, and reporting on large-scale programmes, ideally within the Ministry of Defence or wider UK Government sector.

  • Proficient in planning tools (eg Primavera P6, MS Project or similar).

  • Demonstrable experience producing and managing integrated schedules with critical path and variance reporting.

  • Excellent understanding of risk management, dependency mapping, and performance analysis.

  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear assurance to senior leadership.

  • Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will be required an active SC Clearance before a start.