Planner | Outside IR35 Contract | Water Sector at Alexander Associates, Maidstone, £Contract Rate

Outside IR35 Contract | Planner | Water Sector

Contract: Long‑term, Outside IR35

Location: Maidstone, Kent (Flexible Hybrid)

Our client in the water sector is seeking an experienced Planner to support programme and project delivery across a portfolio of infrastructure and operational schemes. This long‑term contract offers the opportunity to play a key role in schedule development, progress monitoring, and performance reporting within a fast‑paced, essential services environment. Hybrid working is available, with regular presence required at the Maidstone office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update project and programme schedules using industry‑standard planning tools
• Produce regular progress reports, dashboards, and schedule performance insights
• Work closely with operational, commercial, and delivery teams to track progress and capture changes
• Identify schedule risks, delays, and opportunities; support mitigation planning
• Assist with resource and cost‑loaded programmes where required
• Monitor productivity, planned vs. actual progress, and key project milestones
• Ensure robust planning governance and accurate schedule documentation
• Support the integration of planning data across multiple projects and workstreams
• Contribute to efficient and sustainable delivery planning practices
  
  

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven planning experience within the utilities or infrastructure sector
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6
• Excellent Excel skills with confident data handling and analysis capabilities
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative working style
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary teams and complex project environments
• Ability to work independently while engaging proactively with key stakeholders
  
  

If you’re a proactive and detail‑focused Planner seeking a long‑term opportunity within the water sector, we’d love to hear from you.