Project Planner

Energy Jobline AZ; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the nuclear industry as a Project Planner. In this role, you will develop structured planning work packages and project schedules, ensuring alignment across various teams. You will play a crucial part in high-impact projects that contribute to national security and infrastructure. The organization offers a competitive salary, opportunities for career growth, and a collaborative work environment focused on innovation and excellence. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the expertise in planning, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Growth Opportunities

Professional Development

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior planning experience in construction.
• Proficient in P6 scheduling with cost/resource loading techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop standardised P6 planning work packages and project-specific schedules.
• Manage the cost and resource-loaded P6 Programme effectively.

Skills

P6 Scheduling

Construction Methodologies

IT Skills

Commercial Awareness

Good Behavioural Traits

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering or Project Management

Degree in Engineering or Project Management

CCNSG Safety Passport / IOSH Certificate

Tools

AIMS Standard Operating Procedures

Job description

Job Title: Project Planner

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Warrington (hybrid)
Start Date: TBC, Depending on Clearance
Salary: Competitive

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably. With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore.

Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry

The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop standardised and structured P6 planning work packages, using AIMS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Client Procedures and referent knowledge.
2. Create project-specific schedules that clearly identify the project processes and linking of activities for multifunctional project team interfaces.
3. Iterate, with increasing detail, through the life of the projects — up to, and including, Level 4 for offsite and onsite execution activities.
4. Assist in compiling and maintaining Planning ‘norms’ from statistical data and participate in the methodology to ensure consistent and meaningful data collection.
5. Develop the programme scope and schedule, ensuring alignment across Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation (EC&I), HVAC teams, and Partner Contractors.
6. Develop supplier scopes and procurement requirements.
7. Optimise the P6 programme, including all interfaces with suppliers, client functions, and stakeholders.
8. Provide regular feedback to Project Management and relevant functions.
9. Manage the cost and resource-loaded P6 Programme.
10. Monitor the P6 programme across work packs and interfaces to ensure pre-construction and project execution tasks meet client requirements.
11. Highlight and proactively manage Variations in collaboration with the Work Pack team.

Key Requirements

1. Time Served Apprentice / NVQ Level 2 / C&G or suitable construction engineering experience.
2. HNC/HND (or equivalent) in engineering or project management.
3. Proficient in P6 scheduling, including cost/resource loading techniques.
4. Knowledge of construction methodologies.
5. Commercial awareness.
6. Good behavioural traits.
7. IT skills.
8. Able to achieve SC clearance status readily.
9. Minimum of 5 years senior planning experience.
10. CCNSG Safety Passport / IOSH Managing Safety Certificate (shortform).
11. ECITB SMTDS / NVQ Level 3 or 4 ACE.
12. Degree (or equivalent) in engineering or project management.
13. APM/ACostE accreditation or equivalent.
14. Previous nuclear construction senior delivery roles.
15. Currently SC in Civil Nuclear.
16. 5-10 years planning experience.

Why Join Us?

Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry.
Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
Collaborative and dynamic work environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Quite simply, a journey with Altrad begins with a desire to create a better tomorrow…