P6 Planner

Reporting to: Head of Pre-Construction & PMO

Hours of work: 45 hours per week

Department: PMO and Estimating

Location: 1 needed in Ilkeston and 1 needed in Bristol or Mid-Wales or East Midlands as the role will cover Severn Trent and Southern framework.

The successful candidate will be required to visit project sites to gather information, monitor progress, assist with troubleshooting, and attend client meetings.

Key Competencies

• Personal Attributes: The candidate will have a responsible approach to work, taking ownership for what they do, have a proactive, results-oriented focus; and are able to carry out tasks in a dynamic environment. They are willing and capable of assuming additional responsibilities, working autonomously, and committing to stringent deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills are essential as they will interact and work with people at all levels in the organization. Strong attention to detail and the ability to track and manage multiple project timelines, resources, and stakeholders with precision are crucial.

Experience Required:

• Previous experience as a planner/scheduler or in a project management role.
• Experience in construction, engineering, oil and gas, or large infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Ability to work with and interpret large sets of data and schedules.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify potential risks and propose solutions. Strong problem-solving skills, especially in dealing with delays or conflicts in schedules.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills for reporting and presenting data to stakeholders. Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and clients.

Technical Specification:

• Experience of Project Management methodologies and tools.
• Experience of Project Controls.
• Advanced understanding of Primavera P6.
• Knowledge of NEC3.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, planning, and project management principles.
• Knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM) and Earned Value Management (EVM).

Essential Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or a related field.

Desirable Qualifications: Project management certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or scheduling-specific certifications (e.g., Primavera P6 Certification).

Role Summary:

• Project Scheduling and Planning: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 software. Work with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project timelines and milestones. Create Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), timelines, and project deliverables.
• Progress Monitoring and Reporting: Track project progress against the schedule and provide regular updates to project managers and teams. Identify potential delays or issues and propose corrective actions. Generate and distribute weekly/monthly progress reports. Conduct project reviews and status meetings with stakeholders.
• Resource Allocation and Management: Ensure the proper allocation of resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, in the project schedule. Work with teams to identify resource constraints and optimize scheduling.
• Risk and Issue Management: Identify risks that could affect the project schedule and propose mitigation strategies. Monitor the resolution of issues impacting the schedule and communicate to management.
• Cost Control: Assist in tracking project costs in relation to the project schedule and overall budget. Work with project managers to forecast potential cost overruns.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders. Ensure effective communication of scheduling information across teams.
• Change Management: Monitor and record changes to the project schedule. Adjust schedules to reflect changes in scope, resources, or timelines and communicate changes to all relevant parties.

Carry out any other duties appropriate to this post.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days annual leave
• Car allowance (if deemed business user) - £5,040 per annum
• Access to Group Pension Scheme after completion of probation
• Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover if joining pension scheme
• Healthcare cover for employee only
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme & Medicash after successful completion of probation
• Continuous Development Opportunities