Project Planner12 month contractOutside IR35SC clearance requiredA leading Defence company specialising in Electronic Warfare products is seeking a skilled Project Planner to join their team on a contract basis within the Defence and Security sector.Key Responsibilities:Support the Lead Schedule Manager within the Programme Operations core function of the GCAP Electronics Evolution (G2E) Domain Project Management Office (DPMO).Develop, maintain, and update Domain Master Schedule MS/DCS with activities and timelines.Identify and flag scheduling criticalities such as conflicts and delays.Deliver schedule updates to external stakeholders (e.g., IMS).Identify Assumptions, Dependencies, and Exclusions (ADE).Identify potential risks and opportunities related to project schedules.Manage and monitor dependencies to prevent delays.Review and validate project assumptions regularly.Job Requirements:Proven experience in schedule management and planning for large, complex programs or projects, preferably in aerospace and defence.Strong expertise in developing, maintaining, and controlling project schedules using recognised methodologies (e.g., Critical Path Method).Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills to coordinate timelines across cross-functional and international teams.Demonstrated ability to monitor, analyse, and report on schedule performance, identifying risks and recommending mitigations.Skilled in balancing resources and deadlines to ensure timely program deli