Project Scheduler (Engineering Experience Required)

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the engineering sector is seeking a detail-oriented Project Scheduler to join their dynamic team in Cardiff. This exciting role involves managing project plans and schedules for a major long-term contract, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and collaborating with various departments. The company is renowned for its inclusive culture and offers ample opportunities for career growth, making it a great place to work. If you have strong planning and communication skills and a meticulous approach to project management, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Professional Development Programs

Inclusive Work Culture

Qualifications

• Experience in the manufacturing sector is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in raising concerns.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the master project plan and manage details in Microsoft Project.
• Produce monthly detailed schedule reports and collaborate with other departments.

Skills

Planning Skills

Scheduling Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Project Scheduler (Engineering Experience Required), Cardiff

Client: Yolk Recruitment Ltd

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 369ac8131eac

Job Views: 5

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Yolk Recruitment is managing the latest opportunity to join a world-leading manufacturing business within the engineering sector and a well-known employer of choice in South Wales.

We're looking for a detail-oriented professional with strong planning and scheduling abilities and clear communication skills for an exciting new role. The successful Project Scheduler will play a key support role in a close-knit team dedicated to the delivery of a major 10+ year contract. You will assist with project plans and schedules, contribute to document control activities, and liaise regularly with colleagues in other departments to keep your project on track.

The company manufactures engineered components and products for critical industries and is now a global leader in its market, renowned for quality and responsible for providing critical components for high-profile projects worldwide. Known locally as a great place to work, the business has an inclusive culture, supportive leadership, and offers opportunities for career growth in a professional environment.

This is what you'll be doing as Project Scheduler

• Oversee the master project plan, managing details in Microsoft Project and identifying critical paths to address potential issues.
• Ensure all products use certified materials and are properly engraved, verifying traceability details for accuracy and compliance standards.
• Produce monthly detailed schedule reports.
• Collaborate with other departments to align project schedules (Design, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance).
• Manage internal and external project documentation.
• Support the timely delivery of project activities by liaising with internal project teams.
• Document project process improvements through internal stakeholder engagement.

This is the experience you'll bring

• Proficiency in Excel and/or Microsoft Project.
• Strong planning or scheduling skills.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector is desirable.
• Attention to detail and a meticulous approach.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in raising concerns and finding solutions proactively.

In return, you'll receive an attractive package, opportunities for personal and professional development, and exposure to engaging projects with one of the UK's leading names in Engineering and Manufacturing.