Programme Planner

Posted on behalf of

McMurtry

Our client, a pioneering automotive company, is looking to recruit a Programme Planner who will support structured and effective planning across a flagship vehicle programme. The successful candidate will take ownership of timing plans, manage dependencies, and help keep the programme on track, working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

The Programme Planner will:

• Own and implement best practices for programme planning across all functions and workstreams.
• Build and manage cohesive master schedules, integrating feeder plans and resolving conflicts.
• Identify critical paths and risks, supporting mitigation strategies with stakeholders.
• Support the Head of Programme Management in structuring and refining delivery plans.
• Maintain accurate planning data and provide clear reports to stakeholders at all levels.

The Programme Planner will have:

• Experience supporting whole-vehicle automotive or similar product development programmes.
• Strong proficiency in MS Project, including critical path analysis and dependency tracking.
• A degree in mechanical, automotive engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience working within the automotive industry (OEM or engineering services) with an understanding of product development.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and strong communication across teams.

If you're passionate about structured planning and want to be part of a high-performance automotive journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now using an updated version of your CV and we will be in touch!