At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage project planning and deliver accurate schedule forecasts for decision-making.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on innovative project delivery in a collaborative environment.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Guaranteed interviews for candidates with disabilities and military backgrounds.
- Why this job: Join a team where your planning skills can make a real impact on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: Strong background in planning, excellent communication skills, and proactive approach.
The predicted salary is between 59.94 - 59.94 £ per hour.
Location: Aldermaston, Reading (100% on site)
Contract Duration: 18 Months
Daily Rate: £59.94/hr (Umbrella – circa)
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Security Clearance: SC/DV and willingness to undergo DV
The delivery of the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Supporting the Task Manager with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, Earned Value and communications with the program and business teams. Providing Planning expertise to internal customers within the projects supported. Implementing Planning processes, policies and procedures within the projects supported. Producing Planning and EV deliverables in accordance with agreed business rhythm within the projects. Deliver of long range operational integrated Programme Planning activities. Supporting the Business Management Manager with emergent projects as directed by Business Controller. Developing and maintaining relationships with and awareness of key project stakeholders. Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering Project Controls Planning and EVM expertise and analysis for projects, to produce accurate and timely schedule forecast information to enable business decision-making.
- Quality of EV variance analysis for schedule performance (SPI).
- Supporting the development and continuous improvement of the end-to-end Planning processes and the production and maintenance of associated policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Supporting the delivery of Planning tools and EVMS, templates and training to internal customers.
Essential:
- Strong P6 background.
- Skilled planner who is proactive and can take lead to promote planning.
- Will be running meetings to promote planning to project teams and the benefits of using a schedule.
- Able to demonstrate examples of adding value to programmes/projects.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills – will be liaising with PMs, engineers and scientists.
- Familiar with planning fundamentals and ‘critical path analysis.'
Security Clearance: SC/DV and willingness to undergo DV.
Planner - DV in Slough employer: Aspect Resources
At our Aldermaston location, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values each employee's contributions. As a Planner - DV, you will benefit from competitive rates, comprehensive training opportunities, and the chance to work alongside industry experts in a secure environment. We are committed to your professional growth and well-being, ensuring that you have the resources and support needed to excel in your role while making a meaningful impact on our projects.