Senior Planner

Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A major construction firm in Greater London is seeking a skilled professional for a part-time telework role in aviation project planning. You will collaborate with project teams to ensure timely delivery of complex airfield infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering and extensive experience in construction planning. Join our dynamic team and impact the future of aviation while enjoying a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Robust benefits

Flexible working environment

Collaborative team atmosphere

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant construction planning and scheduling experience.
• Solid understanding of planning and scheduling techniques.
• Familiarity with aviation standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the project team in monitoring design and construction activities.
• Review construction schedules for compliance with design standards.
• Track progress of works and validate contractor reporting.

Skills

Developing planning & scheduling activities

Analyzing schedule related activities

Expert communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

P6

Scheduling tools

Job description

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Job Summary:

In this role, you will work with the project team to prepare schedule data for proposals/contract negotiations or during the execution phase. You will apply established unit job hour and pricing data, perform schedule integrations, prepare work logic, identify restraints and potential impacts, develop recovery plans, and evaluate subcontractor schedules for improvements. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects stay on track and on time. “This position is designated as part‑time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in‑person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in‑person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.”

Major Responsibilities:

• Support the Project Team in coordinating, monitoring and assuring design and construction activities performed by third‑party contractors.
• Review and assess construction schedules, interfaces, method statements, inspection and test plans, and other technical documents for compliance with design intent and standards.
• Track progress of works and support validation of contractor reporting and schedule updates.
• Assist in managing interfaces and other project elements (e.g., utilities, terminal, surface access).
• Support readiness reviews, inspections, and commissioning of airfield assets.
• Coordinate with all members of the project team including design, quality, and safety teams to ensure consistent application of project standards.
• Promote Bechtel’s zero‑incident safety culture and adherence to airport operational safety procedures.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline and 7–10 years of relevant construction planning and scheduling experience.
• Solid understanding of planning and scheduling and QSRA Methods including expert use of P6 and other planning tools airfield construction techniques, materials, and sequencing.
• Familiarity with relevant aviation standards and regulations (CAA, ICAO, EASA).
• Proven ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and construction documentation for schedule development.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a proactive approach to safety and quality management.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated experience in developing planning & scheduling activities on project, including schedule development, control, and analysis, in the field and the home office.
• Demonstrated skill in development of schedules and schedule related administrative activities and communication of information to management and the project team.
• Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, solving schedule related activities to enable decision‑making.
• Experience in translating prime contract requirements to into Project Execution schedules and subcontract scope definitions
• Experience in developing schedule work breakdown structure through work packaging and scope definitions of main works contracts
• Experience assessing and presenting commercial impacts relative to cost and schedule
• Expert communication skills with demonstrated ability to present Project Controls information to management/client.

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