Planner

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Sizewell; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

S&B Utilities at Sizewell is seeking a seasoned Planner to join the Project Controls team for the Sizewell C project. You will develop and maintain schedules for design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning, using Primavera P6, and provide accurate programme information and forecasts.

The role requires at least 5 years in construction/engineering planning, a degree or HNC/HND, strong Excel skills and stakeholder engagement. Nuclear or major infra experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' planning experience in construction/engineering projects.
• Proven Primavera P6 scheduling and reporting experience.
• HNC/HND or degree in engineering or related field.
• Strong progress monitoring, forecasting and critical path analysis.
• Excellent Excel and stakeholder communication skills.
• Desirable: nuclear, water treatment, or major infra project exposure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitor progress, milestones and critical path activities.
• Support design, procurement, construction and commissioning planning.
• Produce programme updates, dashboards and performance reports.
• Conduct schedule analysis and forecast project outcomes.
• Identify programme risks, delays and recovery opportunities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to reflect project requirements.
• Support project controls, governance and reporting processes.

Skills

5+ years planning

Primavera P6

Engineering degree

Progress forecasting

Excel reporting

Stakeholder comms

Nuclear/infra experience

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Excel

Job description

Location: On site / Sizewell, Leiston, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | General
Salary: Competitive salary

CONTRACT TYPE: PERMANENT

SALARY: COMPETITIVE

CLOSING DATE: 23 RD SEPTEMBER 2026

The Planner is responsible for the development, maintenance, monitoring and reporting of project schedules associated with the design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning of the Foul Treatment Plant (FTP) and Potable Water Plant (PWP) at Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station.

Working as part of the Project Controls team, the Planner will support project delivery teams by providing accurate programme information, schedule analysis, progress measurement and forecasting. The role is critical in ensuring that project activities are properly planned, interfaces are effectively managed and project milestones are achieved.

The role briefly encompasses the following duties but is not limited to: -

• Developing and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitoring progress, milestones and critical path activities across all project phases.
• Supporting design, procurement, construction and commissioning planning activities.
• Producing programme updates, dashboards and performance reports.
• Conducting schedule analysis and forecasting project outcomes.
• Identifying programme risks, delays and opportunities for recovery.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure schedules reflect project requirements.
• Supporting project controls, governance and reporting processes.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills/experience/ attributes:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years' planning experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Technical Skills: Proven experience using Primavera P6 and producing project schedules and programme reports.
• Qualifications: HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Analysis: Experience in progress monitoring, forecasting and critical path analysis.
• IT Skills: Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting capability.
• Communication: Excellent organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Desirable: Experience within nuclear, water treatment, process plant or major infrastructure projects.

What we do:

S&B Utilities is committed to providing reliable and efficient mechanical and electrical services to our community. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, our expertise spans all aspects of water treatment, from clean to wastewater, ensuring your systems run smoothly and efficiently.

We also offer comprehensive civil engineering services, including:

MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation)

Our devoted team is focused on providing exceptional solutions customised to fit our clients requirements. Here at S&B Utilities, our main priorities are excellence and reliability.

Joining S&B Utilities means becoming part of a team that values collaboration, diversity, and professional development.