Planning Engineer

Assystem GmbH; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company in nuclear engineering as a Planning Engineer, where you'll play a vital role in delivering groundbreaking energy projects. This position offers the chance to develop and manage detailed project schedules, ensuring alignment with project objectives. You will collaborate with diverse teams, engage in critical path analysis, and contribute to the energy transition. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to diversity, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector. Embrace the challenge and shape the future of energy with us!

Benefits

12% Pension Scheme

25 Days Annual Leave

Flexible Working Options

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficiency in scheduling tools and project management methodologies.
• Experience in critical path and resource management analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor detailed project schedules for nuclear projects.
• Participate in project steering meetings and support project managers.

Skills

Scheduling Tools (Primavera P6, MS Project)

Project Management Methodologies

Critical Path Analysis

Resource Management Analysis

Visual Management Techniques

Organisational Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Project Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. Our 7,500 Switchers across 12 countries are committed to tackling the challenge of switching to low-carbon energy. Drawing on over 55 years of expertise in highly regulated sectors, we offer engineering, project management, and digital solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects. Assystem is ranked second globally in nuclear engineering, working to create a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

Be part of one of the top three independent nuclear engineering companies worldwide. Work on pioneering projects like HPC and SZC nuclear initiatives and contribute to shaping the future of energy.

Job Description

The Job Mission: Planning Engineer

As a Planning Engineer, you will play a critical role in supporting project managers to deliver nuclear projects such as Hinkley Point C (HPC) or Sizewell C (SZC). Your primary focus will be on developing, managing, and monitoring detailed project schedules, ensuring they align with the project’s Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

Key Responsibilities:

• Create macro and detailed project schedules in alignment with project WBS and standards.
• Draft associated hypothesis notes for initial schedule creation.
• Develop resource-loaded federated schedules based on input data.
• Identify the project’s critical and sub-critical paths.
• Monitor and report changes to the critical path throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Monitoring and Reporting:

• Participate in project steering meetings and visual management sessions.
• Gather and manage input data for schedule updates.
• Support project managers in preparing progress presentations related to scheduling.

Schedule Updates and Coordination:

• Regularly update schedules in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Update hypothesis notes to reflect schedule changes.
• Highlight risks, deviations, and potential impacts to stakeholders.

My Profile

• Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, including WBS development.
• Experience in critical path and resource management analysis.
• Familiarity with visual management tools and techniques.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary environments.
• Strong communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer or in a similar role, ideally within industrial or energy projects.

Join Assystem to become a key player in delivering complex nuclear projects that shape the energy landscape. This is an opportunity to enhance your expertise, work on prestigious projects, and contribute to a greener future.

Benefits include:

• 12% Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell days
• Flexible working options
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Assystem values diversity and is committed to creating a collaborative and innovative workplace. Bring your unique contributions and join us in shaping the future of energy.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.