Project Scheduler

Holt Executive Ltd; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to join a busy Programmes team in Plymouth. The role involves collaborating with Project Managers to build and manage detailed schedules for complex engineering projects. Candidates should have 2–3+ years of experience in project scheduling and expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Project. The position offers hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working

Lunchtime finish on Fridays

28 days’ annual leave + Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years’ experience in project scheduling across complex, concurrent projects.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, budgeting, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Create work breakdown structures (WBS) and define project dependencies.
• Support project planning during bid stages and re-baselining during delivery.

Skills

Project scheduling

Stakeholder collaboration

Resource planning

Microsoft Project proficiency

Project management methodologies

Education

Project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Holt Executive are proud to support a great opportunity for an experienced Project Scheduler to join a busy Programmes team supporting the successful delivery of complex, multi-phase engineering projects. This role involves close collaboration with Project and Programme Managers to build, maintain, and manage detailed schedules across bid and delivery phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage detailed schedules using Microsoft Project
• Create work breakdown structures (WBS) and define project dependencies
• Support project planning during bid stages and re-baselining during delivery
• Track progress against plans and budgets, updating schedules as required
• Liaise with stakeholders to manage resource allocation across projects
• Monitor and report project KPIs and performance metrics
• Identify risks, opportunities, assumptions and dependencies
• Ensure schedules align with project scope and strategic objectives

Essential Skills & Experience:

• 2–3+ years’ experience in project scheduling across complex, concurrent projects
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, budgeting and controls
• Experience in resource planning and stakeholder collaboration
• Background in an engineering or technical design environment

Desirable:

• Project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP)
• Experience in the defence, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing sectors

Personal Attributes:

• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Flexible, conscientious and adaptable approach

Work-Life Balance & Benefits:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Lunchtime finish on Fridays
• 28 days’ annual leave + Christmas shutdown

Security Requirements:
Due to the nature of the role, successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance. This includes providing proof of identity, right to work, full employment history, and UK residency for the past five years.