Planning Engineer

NRL; Talacre; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL is seeking a Planning Engineer for a 12-month on-site role at Point Of Ayr (Talacre) on an energy project. The candidate will develop project schedules, manage look-ahead, and ensure alignment with contractual requirements.

You will work within an integrated planning team, use Primavera P6 and MS Project, perform time impact analyses, and support risk management and progress control.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ experience in planning within an EPCI project environment.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Project Schedule in line with contractual requirements and internal standards.
• Implement and maintain the Planning and Progress Control System.
• Identify and analyse any deviations from the baseline plan promptly.
• Promote schedule awareness among all project participants.
• Prepare and maintain 90-day look-ahead, weekly and monthly schedules.
• Support the Project Control Manager in preparing Project Status Reports.
• Perform time impact analyses during contract amendments and claims.
• Participate actively in risk management, including schedule risk assessments.

Skills

Scheduling

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Title

Planning Engineer

Summary

We’re looking for an experienced Planning Engineer to join an exciting energy project in Point Of Ayr (Talacre) on a 12-month contract. This role will suit someone with strong scheduling expertise within an EPCI environment, who enjoys ensuring projects run to plan. It’s a great opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project and work with a collaborative team.

Location and Working Pattern

Point Of Ayr (Talacre) |12- Months Full-time contract, 5.5 days per week | Outside IR35

Client Overview

Our client is a global leader in the engineering and construction sector, delivering complex projects for the energy industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Project Schedule in line with contractual requirements and internal standards, ensuring feasibility and highlighting any critical points.
• Implement and maintain the Planning and Progress Control System.
• Identify and analyse any deviations from the baseline plan promptly.
• Promote schedule awareness among all project participants.
• Prepare and maintain 90-day look-ahead, weekly and monthly schedules.
• Support the Project Control Manager in preparing Project Status Reports.
• Perform time impact analyses during contract amendments and claims.
• Participate actively in risk management, including schedule risk assessments.

Must-have Requirements

• 5–8 years’ experience in planning within an EPCI project environment.
• Proven ability to plan construction phases effectively.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience with risk analysis methods related to project scheduling.
• Familiarity with process improvement initiatives in project controls.

About NRL

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.