Planning and Project Controls Consultants

ZipRecruiter; Etwall CP; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear industry is seeking a highly motivated Planning and Project Controls Consultant. The successful candidate will support complex projects through expert planning, scheduling, cost control, and risk management. Collaborating with project teams, this role ensures project objectives are met on time and within budget. The company offers a diverse and inclusive environment, along with competitive benefits including a pension scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)

25 days’ paid annual leave plus bank holidays

Options to buy or sell days

Professional fees reimbursed

Flexible working

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years of experience in planning and project controls on large-scale projects.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, AACE CCP or PSP, PRINCE2 are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Monitor project progress and generate reports and dashboards.
• Track and control project costs, perform variance analysis.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

The UK government has pledged to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 and is investing significantly in nuclear and renewable energies. Assystem, a leading provider of project management, design engineering, and construction supervision services within the nuclear industry, aligns its strategy to support this transition to low-carbon energy. The company also recognizes the importance of transport and infrastructure systems in influencing government policy outcomes.

By acquiring Logikal in 2023, Assystem reaffirmed its commitment to the UK's energy transition, combining strengths with a long-established provider of expertise in transport and infrastructure sectors. We deliver professional services within PMO project delivery, particularly in project planning, project controls, risk management, and business intelligence. Building on these foundations, our team aims to expand within the transport, infrastructure, and nuclear sectors, leveraging opportunities across the Assystem network.

Our objectives focus on attracting and retaining talented individuals who share our vision to shape the future.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Planning and Project Controls Consultant to support the delivery of complex projects through expert planning, scheduling, cost control, and risk management services. The successful candidate will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop, update, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
2. Define and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), ensuring alignment with cost and resource plans.
3. Monitor project progress and generate reports and dashboards (e.g., S-curves, earned value analysis, KPIs).
4. Track and control project costs, perform variance analysis, and support cost forecasting.
5. Support risk management activities, including schedule and cost risk analysis.
6. Assess the impact of changes, manage baseline revisions, and assist in claims preparation.
7. Facilitate regular reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 3–10+ years of experience in planning and project controls on large-scale projects.
• Proficiency in planning software (Primavera P6, MS Project) and analytical tools (Excel, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of project management processes, cost control, and risk management.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, AACE CCP or PSP, PRINCE2 are desirable.

Additional Information

• Benefits include a pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution), 25 days’ paid annual leave plus bank holidays, and options to buy or sell days.
• Professional fees reimbursed, flexible working, and an employee referral scheme.
• We are committed to equal treatment, diversity, and fostering an inclusive environment.

We believe that diverse backgrounds and perspectives are essential for creating innovative solutions. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.