Do you have proven experience working in a Planning or Project Controls role on a major construction, infrastructure or engineering project, with hands-on experience using Primavera P6? Can you demonstrate a strong understanding of project scheduling, including the development and maintenance of integrated schedules, schedule risk analysis and contract frameworks such as NEC and FIDIC?
The Opportunity
Join a landmark UK infrastructure project and play a key role in delivering one of the country's most significant clean energy developments.You’ll be joining a leading technical services organisation with skilled professionals working across the UK. They have astrong reputation for delivering complex projects and turning ambitious ideas into reality, their organisation offers an environment where talented and committed individuals can develop their careers, broaden their experience and make a lasting impact.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Planning Engineer to join the Central Controls Team within the Planning Discipline of Project Controls. Working under the direction of the Integrated Project Controls (IPC) Planning Manager, you will play a central role in managing and maintaining the Level 2/4 Integrated Work Schedule (IWS), ensuring alignment with project processes and standards. You will be responsible for coordinating Level 3 contractor schedules, providing accurate time-related data and delivering meaningful analysis to support effective project decision-making.
Your duties and responsibilities will be
- Support the IPC Lead Planner in implementing and maintaining effective Project Controls and Planning processes, providing support and insight to Senior Project and Programme Managers.
- Prepare and deliver monthly planning reports, providing clear, accurate and insightful information and analysis to support project performance monitoring.
- Work collaboratively with other Integrated Project Controls disciplines and project support functions to achieve shared project objectives, promoting a culture of trust, transparency and teamwork.
- Develop, produce/maintain the project schedule baseline and Integrated Work Schedule (IWS) using Primavera P6.
- Ensure schedules are fully logic-linked, aligned with the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and developed using approved construction methodologies.
- Manage and coordinate updates to the Level 2/4 Integrated Work Schedule, ensuring information is accurate and delivered within agreed reporting timescales.
- Support the Trend and Change Management process, undertaking project-level analysis, developing performance indicators and highlighting potential risks and opportunities.
- Identify, investigate and recommend solutions to programme and schedule-related challenges.
- Coordinate, review and produce project-level schedule reports in line with established reporting cycles, providing meaningful commentary on key programme drivers, progress and performance.
- Ensure all project documentation, particularly Sensitive Nuclear Information, is appropriately classified, protectively marked and handled in accordance with relevant security policies and procedures.
You will have the following Qualifications & Experience
- A degree in Engineering, Construction or a related discipline, or an HND/equivalent qualification supported by relevant industry experience at degree level.
- Professional accreditation, ideally Chartered status or an equivalent recognised professional qualification.
- Proven experience working within a Project Management or Project Controls environment, undertaking a similar planning or scheduling role on a major construction or infrastructure project.
- Significant experience using planning and scheduling software, ideally Primavera P6 (Version 7 or later).
- A good understanding of different forms of contract, particularly NEC and FIDIC.
- Working knowledge and understanding of schedule risk analysis techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex programme information and translate it into meaningful insights.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively across multiple project disciplines.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
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