Planner

Balfour Beatty plc; Redcar; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

25 days annual leave

Pension savings schemes

Enhanced parental leave policies

Refer and Earn scheme

Discretionary annual salary reviews

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking a Planner to support the NZT project at Redcar, delivering advanced scheduling and strategic planning for a high-profile, carbon capture and storage initiative. You will lead planning activities, mentor peers, and work to optimise resources across the site.

The role requires experience with Primavera P6 and other project tools, a strong grasp of risk management, and a collaborative approach to working with contractors and stakeholders on a large-scale infrastructure

Qualifications

• Experience leading planning for complex construction projects.
• Experience on mechanical and electrical large-scale projects a plus.
• Experience on oil and gas sites is desirable.
• Ability to develop and manage complex project schedules using industry-standard tools.
• Knowledge of NEC form of contract and risk management processes.

Responsibilities

• Display and analyze project critical path; advise team on corrective actions.
• Manage resources including labour, equipment and materials to meet objectives.
• Contract management with subcontractors and suppliers; monitor performance.
• Provide strategic planning oversight and mentor junior planners.
• Produce project data and KPIs to track progress and drive improvements.

Skills

Project scheduling

Primavera P6

Excel

MS Project

Contract management

Resource management

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

MS Project

Job description

About The Role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives?

Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project.

As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster.

Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic Planner to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland.

Role Purpose

Purpose Leads the development and management of complex construction project schedules, ensuring optimal resource utilization and adherence to timelines. Aims to provide strategic planning oversight, mentorship to less experienced planners and contribute to project success by implementing advanced scheduling techniques.

The Planner's scope encompasses high-level project planning and coordination, playing a key role in achieving efficient and successful construction outcomes.

What you'll be doing

• Displaying and evaluating the project critical path, advising the project team of the results and any appropriate corrective action alongside producing and maintaining project baselines, and execute the change control process as appropriate.
• Resource Management: Expertise in managing labour, equipment, and materials efficiently to meet project objectives while minimizing costs and delays.
• Contract Management: Manage contracts with subcontractors and suppliers, monitoring performance, and resolving contract-related issues.
• Strategic Planning Oversight and Mentorship: Aims to provide strategic planning oversight by leveraging advanced expertise in developing and implementing intricate scheduling techniques.
• Data Analysis: Aid the planning team to produce project data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, identify deviations, and make data-driven decisions for project improvement.

Who we're looking for

• Previous experience working on mechanical and electrical large-scale projects.
• Previous experience working on oil and gas sites.
• Experienced in the production and management of Construction Programmes in a variety of different and complex projects. Also worked from work packs / IWPS before.
• Experience in leading planning efforts for construction projects, displaying a track record of successful project delivery.
• Previous experience in managing relationships with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical problem solving using planning software to carry out checks on critical path.
• Good understanding and management of data and processes.
• Excellent communication skills with people from various levels and background and able to collaborate relentlessly.
• Negotiation and Conflict resolution – Ideally experienced in NEC forms of contract.
• Leadership Knowledge and ability to value everyone.
• Advanced competence in project management tools and software like Primavera P6, Excel, MS Project.
• Comprehensive understanding of construction project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Advanced knowledge and expertise in project scheduling and planning, including the ability to develop and manage complex project schedules using industry-standard tools.
• Knowledge of various forms of tender and contract documents, and specifications.
• Knowledge of Risk Management in project programmes: TRA, QSRA, etc.

Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

Some Of Our Key Benefits Are

• An attractive/negotiated salary;
• Company car;
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
• Pension savings schemes;
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
• Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.

About Us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/