Planning Engineer

Integrate Engineering Resources; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment service provider is seeking a Planning Engineer for a long-term project at Isle of Grain power station in Kent. In this role, you'll develop and maintain project plans, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage risks while ensuring project quality. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the Oil, Gas, or Nuclear sectors, strong project management skills, and proficiency in Primavera P6. This opportunity is ideal for professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Planner within Oil, Gas, Nuclear Industry.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Produce, update, and maintain project schedule.
• Cooperate with crossfunctional teams for project success.
• Monitor project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management methodologies (CPM)

Excellent communication skills

Team management

Proficiency in using Primavera P6

Data analysis and visualization tools

Education

HND in relevant field

Tools

Primavera P6

Navisworks

Job description

The Role

Our client is currently recruiting for a Planning Engineer for a long term project on Isle of Grain power station, Kent. The role will involve producing, updating and maintaining the project schedule in conjunction with the respective accountable discipline leads and in line with the project controls strategy and schedule management plan. Duties will include:

• Developing and maintaining project plans, including scope, schedule, and budget in P6
• Coordinating and collaborating with crossfunctional teams to ensure project success
• Facilitating requirements gathering sessions and document business needs
• Utilising project management software to track progress and communicate updates
• Monitoring project risks and issues, and developing mitigation strategies
• Ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations
• Preparing regular status reports and communicating project updates to stakeholders

Requirements

• HND in relevant field
• Minimum 5 Years experience as a Planner within Oil, Gas, Nuclear Industry with project or turnaround experience.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, such as CPM
• Proficiency in using project management software (e.g.,Primavera P6)
• Familiarity with data analysis tools and visualization tools (e.g., Navisworks)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in team management and demonstrated leadership abilities.

About Us

Integrate Engineering Resources Ltd provides a dedicated recruitment service to the Engineering Construction & Maintenance sectors. Our specialist recruitment activities range across all areas and include the appointment of all levels of professional into the Heavy Industrial, Combined Cycle Gas Turbine, Nuclear, Biomass, Energy from Waste and Wind industries throughout the UK and worldwide.