Strategic Planner

Introductie

At TenneT, we seek professionals who contribute to the future of our energy grid. We expect you to bring the right experience and skills to make a valuable impact on our team and mission. What do you bring?

Jouw rol

As a Strategic Planner, you will play a key role in shaping the direction and success of our organization and in the 2GW Program within the Hitachi portfolio, supporting the realization of large-scale infrastructure projects.

You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating strategies that drive business growth and operational efficiency.

You will be responsible for reviewing and integrating schedules from contractual partners, coordinating interfaces, evaluating delays, supporting claim dossiers, and developing a portfolio approach for internal planning in collaboration with other project teams.

• Programme assessment & progress monitoring: You review and assess Contractors’ Programmes to ensure alignment with contractual requirements and project goals. You monitor project progress, perform deviation analyses, and support mitigation strategies in close collaboration with the project team.
• Deviation analysis & forecasting: You evaluate reported deviations and assess their impact on both the Programme and the Portfolio. You forecast potential shifts and evaluate their implications for project-specific delivery dates.
• Claims & reporting: You support claim defence dossiers by providing schedule-related insights and documentation. You deliver regular reporting on scheduling status, including relevant KPIs and scenario analyses.
• Stakeholder coordination & planning support: You act as the point of contact for planning-related questions and requests between Contractors and the project team, ensuring smooth communication and alignment.
• Tool development & data visualization: You support the implementation and visualization of schedule data sets using Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and Power BI. You also contribute to the development and improvement of project scheduling and control tools.
• Strategic planning & risk integration: You deliver strategic analysis through clear reports and narratives that support executive decision-making and prevent scope or schedule shifts. You assist risk managers with risk-based planning revisions and integrate schedule data into project risk registers, contributing to the Scheduling Maturity Model (SMM) within the organization.
• Analyze market trends and data to identify opportunities and threats.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop actionable plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed to achieve objectives.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management.
• Support decision-making with clear, data-driven insights.

Ready to shape a sustainable future?

Join a mission-driven team accelerating the energy transition through five major projects, including the development of 2GW HVDC platforms. You'll be part of a young, international Project Management team of around 15 professionals, each bringing unique expertise and energy in a collaborative and supportive environment. You’ll also work closely with a broader project team of around 60 technical experts, internal stakeholders, and external partners—making your role dynamic and diverse. With English as the working language, you’ll thrive in an international setting. A challenging and impactful role in a professional yet friendly team, contributing directly to one of the most important transitions of our time.

Jouw profiel & achtergrond

At TenneT, we look for professionals who contribute to the future of our electricity grid. We expect you to bring the right experience and skills to make a valuable impact on our team and mission.

• You have a completed degree in economics, engineering, or a comparable qualification.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in scheduling, ideally within large complex infrastructure projects together with experience in contract strategies and claim situations in projects.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle Primavera P6 (3+ years).
• Knowledge of HVDC projects and experience with Microsoft Office Tools like Excel & Power BI are a plus.
• Willingness to travel.

Key competencies:

• Analytical & Structured Thinking: You work efficiently and independently with a clear and organized approach.
• Communication & Social Skills: You exchange relevant scheduling information effectively across teams.
• Hands-on Mentality & Goal Orientation: You are driven to make a difference and eager to learn.
• Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for strategic thinking.

The working language within the project team is English. Dutch is not required but considered a plus.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

TenneT offers you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you will work on innovative solutions that enable the energy transition. We provide an environment where your growth is central.

• A permanent contract with a two-month probation period, based on 32 to 40 hours per week.
• A salary in scale 8: €4.151 to €8.197 per month.
• 43 vacation days per year.
• A solid pension via ABP: TenneT pays 70% of your premium.
• Additional benefits such as health insurance, internet, and sports compensation.

All mentioned employment conditions apply to a full-time position unless otherwise stated.

We value a good work-life balance and your personal development. Therefore, we offer flexible solutions such as:

• Hybrid working, including an internet and home office allowance.
• Support for your vitality, with a contribution to a sports subscription and health insurance.
• Development opportunities through TenneT’s training programs to continue expanding your knowledge and skills.

Work location: Hybrid working model with two fixed days (Monday and Tuesday) in Arnhem (Rijnpoort location).

We encourage initiative and give you the space to bring new ideas. Together, we ensure that the Netherlands remains in motion and ready for the energy of tomorrow.