Project Planner

Location Warwickshire
Discipline: Project Engineer/ Manager
Job type: Contract
Salary: £35.53ph UMBRELLA
Contact name: Vicki Martinson

Contact email: vmartinson@select-engineering.net
Contact phone: 01245403560
Job ref: 36236256
Published: 26 days ago
Duration: 8 Months
Expiry date: 22 Jan 2026 23:59
Startdate: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and communicate timing requirements to the HMI HF Team and other stakeholders.

  • Collaborate with delivery and integration departments across JLR to align departmental planning with programme needs.

  • Use JIRA and Confluence to plan, track, and communicate project progress and updates.

  • Develop and adjust departmental work plans based on programme timing and late-stage changes.

  • Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and changes to internal and external stakeholders.

  • Ensure the team has the necessary resources and information to execute plans effectively.

  • Coordinate with HMI teams across AAD, China, and Portland to align with spec releases and share planning insights.

  • Track and report on project status, identifying and resolving obstacles to timely delivery.

  • Lead large projects or processes with minimal oversight, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience working within Agile frameworks and methodologies.

  • Demonstrated ability to plan for sizable teams in complex organisational structures.

  • Background in delivering technical products collaboratively.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and communicate across all levels.

  • Operate with precision and professionalism in high-pressure, fast-moving environments.

  • Proficiency in Agile planning tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)

  • Excellent organisational and time management skills

  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

  • Analytical mindset with attention to detail

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Project Management, or related field

Desired Skills & Experience:

  • Experience working in an automotive environment

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain Agile project plans, sprint schedules, and release roadmaps

  • Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and cross-functional teams to define scope and priorities

  • Facilitate backlog grooming, sprint planning, and capacity forecasting

  • Monitor progress using Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and adjust plans as needed

  • Identify and mitigate risks that could impact delivery timelines

  • Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status, velocity, and resource utilization

  • Support continuous improvement by analyzing metrics and recommending process enhancements

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies

  • Proficiency in Agile planning tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills

  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

  • Analytical mindset with attention to detail

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Agile certifications

  • Experience in Agile transformation or coaching

  • Familiarity with Lean principles and DevOps practices

Soft Skills:

  • Adaptability in fast-paced environments

  • Collaborative and team-oriented mindset

  • Problem-solving and critical thinking

  • Ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution