Project Planner

AtkinsRéalis; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a highly experienced Planner to join our team in London. This pivotal role ensures the successful delivery of large substation projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, and proficiency in project scheduling tools like Primavera P6 and MS Project. Responsibilities include developing project schedules, performing delay analysis, and liaising with project teams to optimize timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related field.
• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer in EPC projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Define project milestones and critical paths.
• Perform delay analysis and propose mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project scheduling

Resource loading

Delay analysis

Earned Value Management

Primavera P6

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Primavera Risk Analysis

Job description

Job Title: Planner

Location: London

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Planner or Planning Engineer to join our team in London and play a key role in the successful delivery of large substation projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all project schedules are effectively developed, managed, and delivered on time, aligning with the highest standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 and other planning tools.
• Define project milestones, critical paths, and key deliverables.
• Define and develop the WBS and work packages.
• Integrate engineering, procurement, and construction schedules into a master project schedule.
• Load the programme with resources.
• Perform delay analysis and propose mitigation strategies.
• Act as a key interface between the client and internal teams regarding project planning.
• Facilitate planning workshops and meetings to resolve scheduling conflicts and optimize timelines. Perform Earned Value Management planning and monitoring.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors to ensure alignment of schedules.
• Perform impact analysis of changes to the project scope, timeline, or budget.
• Perform schedule risk analysis using Primavera Risk Analysis or similar software.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer in EPC projects, preferably in the energy or substation sectors.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other relevant planning tools.