Project Planner — Schedules, Risks & PM Tools

E&P; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureos is seeking an Assistant Planner to develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules for the WWH project, ensuring timely delivery. You will use Primavera P6 and MS Project to collaborate with engineers and managers to establish accurate timelines.

Join a growing energy and transport networks specialist that values employees and offers opportunities for progression within a fast-paced environment. Candidate should have relevant degree and 3–5 years planning experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (desirable).
• 3–5 years of experience in project planning and scheduling (infrastructure preferred).
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of project management principles.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and with teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• PMP or other PM certification is a plus.
• Experience with risk analysis and mitigation in scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather project information and establish accurate project timelines.
• Monitor project progress against the baseline schedule, identify critical path activities, and analyze potential delays.
• Prepare and present regular project schedule updates, reports, and forecasts to management and project teams.
• Identify and analyze schedule risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Participate in project meetings to discuss schedule status, issues, and proposed solutions.
• Review and incorporate changes into the project schedule, ensuring all revisions are properly documented.
• Assist in the development of project plans, work breakdown structures (WBS), and resource loaded schedules.
• Ensure compliance with project planning and scheduling standards and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the planning department.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

PMP or PM certification (plus)

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Aureos is seeking an Assistant Planner to develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules for the WWH project, ensuring timely delivery. You will use Primavera P6 and MS Project to collaborate with engineers and managers to establish accurate timelines.

Join a growing energy and transport networks specialist that values employees and offers opportunities for progression within a fast-paced environment. Candidate should have relevant degree and 3–5 years planning experience.