Scheduler - Nuclear

Vulcain Engineering - UK; West of England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave

Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Training & Development

Travel Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Vulcain Engineering UK is seeking a Scheduler to join the planning and scheduling teams for internal and client engineering projects in the UK Nuclear sector. The role reports on plan performance to senior team members and communicates with stakeholders to ensure the plan reflects current progress.

The Scheduler will support Vulcain’s PMO teams on high-value nuclear projects, offering opportunities for career growth on major UK programmes for decades to come.

Qualifications

• Experience with Primavera P6 for schedule development and reporting.
• Broad experience supporting construction/engineering phases of high-value projects.
• Excellent communication skills with structured cost/data reporting.
• Familiarity with project management tools and techniques.
• Nuclear or regulated heavy industry exposure is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Breakdown Structures (WBS), resource management, cost management of risk and critical path review using appropriate tools.
• Manage change control for project scope, update configuration documentation.
• Produce and present monthly reports to senior stakeholders.
• Monitor baseline control and various baseline changes.
• Integrate risk and costs into the schedule and apply project controls.

Skills

Primavera P6

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management tools

Nuclear industry exposure

Tools

Paladin

Planisware

UP-3P

Unified Planning

Job description

Vulcain Engineering Ltd, our UK business, is well positioned within the UK Nuclear industry. We provide the flexibility our clients demand by working at our customers’ sites in the UK and Europe as well as carrying out work remotely on their behalf. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of organisational support to key projects.

Vulcain Engineering was founded in the mid-2000s to specialise in energy and environment projects. Our knowledge of the energy and environment sector means we can support our customers at all stages of the engineering-procurement-construction-commissioning (EPCC) project lifecycle.

With operations in 16 countries and employing over 6,000 staff worldwide, our business responds to the needs of our clients by delivering expertise in the form of high added value engineering services.

The Position: Scheduler - Nuclear

Vulcain Engineering UK are seeking a Scheduler to join the planning and scheduling teams for internal and client engineering projects in the UK Nuclear sector.

The role is responsible for reporting the performance of the plan to senior members of the team and communicate effectively with stakeholders responsible for delivering the plan to ensure it is representative of current progress.

The Scheduler will play an important role in Vulcain’s PMO teams and will directly support a range of high profile and high value nuclear new build projects, offering the chance to develop a career in some of the largest projects in the UK for several decades.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Scheduler will include:

• Breakdown Structures (WBS), resource management, cost management of risk and critical path review, using appropriate software and tools.
• Manage the change control as the project/programme scope changes, using the correct processes and updating the necessary configuration documentation.
• Produce and present monthly reports.
• Monitor the project baseline control and different types of baseline change.
• Integrate risk and their costs effectively into the plan/schedule.
• Apply project control methodologies and processes for programme and project management schedule.
• Participate in technical communities to support the development of other Vulcain staff.

Alongside a commitment to our values of Care & Compassion, Performance, Team Spirit, and Inclusiveness, we are looking for individuals who can bring the following:

• Experience with Primavera P6
• Broad experience of supporting the construction and/or engineering phase of a high value project.
• Industry exposure in Nuclear or another highly regulated heavy industry, such as Energy, Rail, Defence.
• Understanding of project management tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate costs/data in a well structured manner.
• Confident managing a multitude of stakeholders, including senior leadership, both internally and externally, as well as the ability to challenge and consult when required.
• Project management certification such as APM, PMI or Prince 2 would be beneficial but not required
• Experience with tools such as Paladin, Planisware, UP-3P or Unified Planning would be beneficial but not required
• Reside locally to Bristol or be prepared to relocate, as this permanent role does not include travel expense coverage.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis, depending on role criticality and project needs. Many of our UK projects require high-level security clearance, meaning we can often only consider candidates with an existing, indefinite right to work in the UK. Exceptionally, we may consider visa sponsorship for applicants with niche experience aligned to our core work (e.g. EPR/nuclear new build).

We offer a competitive salary tailored to your experience and background. Whether you're earlier in your career or bring more senior-level expertise,

We also offer a benefits package, both standard and enhanced, which is designed to support your wellbeing, development, and financial future, including:

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with the ability to swap bank holidays for cultural or religious celebrations
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Neonatal Care Leave
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Private Medical & Dental Insurance
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Training & Development, including additional qualifications and accreditations relevant to your role
• Travel Insurance – for both business and personal travel
• Employee Assistance Programme

At Vulcain Engineering, we offer more than just a job, we offer a rewarding career with endless opportunities for growth and development. You'll be part of a talented team of professionals working on exciting and meaningful projects and making a real impact to the nuclear industry.

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your talents are valued, and your contributions are recognised.

Join us in shaping the future of the nuclear industry and driving innovation to new heights.

Vulcain Engineering UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

We appreciate every application. However, due to the volume we receive, we’re only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted for this role or who may be a strong fit for future opportunities.