Remote Project Planner

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally.

At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning.

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join.

Job description - the role

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.
We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.
On Behalf of Arup, we are looking for a Project Planner for a 6 months contract on a fully remote basis.

Candidate Profile: Key accountabilities, skills & experience

What you'll do:

Manage and administer programmes in line with NEC contracts, including the development of Clause 31 programmes and ongoing updates to Clause 32 submissions
Work closely with pre‑construction teams, including design and environmental teams, to develop and maintain robust project programmes
Develop detailed project programmes and update them on a monthly basis to reflect progress and change
Liaise regularly with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate programme inputs and communicate updates
Monitor and report on key milestones, progress, and risks against agreed timelines
Apply construction experience where required, supporting programme delivery across a variety of projectsThe skills you'll need:

Strong planning background within large scale infrastructure or utilities programmes
Experience working with organisations such as National Grid, National Grid ESO, SPEN, or similar
Proven capability developing and managing NEC Clause 31 programmes
Experience producing development and construction programmes, including cost loaded schedules and progress updates
Confident engaging with multiple stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and delivery teams
Construction phase planning experience strongly preferredAbout the client

About the client
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup's internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.
If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and speak to one of our Sourcing Specialists.
AMS are committed to providing all our candidates with the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the screening process and we will work with you and Arup to identify the best solution to meet your requirements.
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