Security Cleared (DV) Master Project Scheduler/Planner - long term contract

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-profile defence project in the Bristol area is seeking an experienced Master Project Scheduler/Planner. This specialist role requires expertise in project scheduling specifically within defence environments, demanding advanced skills in MS Project and strong stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing and managing project schedules, ensuring compliance with defence standards. UK Security Clearance is mandatory for this position, with the expected start date in April 2025.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years experience in project scheduling and planning within defence environments.
• Ability to work autonomously and provide strategic scheduling support.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage complex project schedules in MS Project.
• Support project delivery by identifying risks, dependencies, and critical paths.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, ensuring transparency and project efficiency.

Skills

Project Scheduling

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Expertise in MS Project

Defence Environment Knowledge

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Security Cleared (DV) Master Project Scheduler/Planner to join a high-profile defence project around Bristol area. This is a specialist role requiring deep expertise in project scheduling and planning at an SME level, rather than a generalist project planning position. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in defence projects, working with specific defence systems, and expertise in MS Project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and manage complex project schedules in MS Project.

• Work closely with project teams to ensure accurate planning and scheduling.

• Support project delivery by identifying risks, dependencies, and critical paths.

• Provide expert scheduling insights and ensure alignment with defence standards.

• Collaborate with stakeholders, ensuring transparency and project efficiency.

Key Requirements:

• 5- 8 years experience in project scheduling and planning within defence environments.

• Expertise in using MS Project for complex scheduling.

• Strong understanding of defence-specific systems and processes.

• Ability to work autonomously and provide strategic scheduling support.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will have a valid and active UK Security Clearance prior to their start in April 2025