Senior Planner - Sizewell C - Enabling & Earthworks - Ipswich Orwell Logistics Park based or Si[...]

Balfour Beatty; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Ipswich is seeking a Planner to support a pivotal project delivering clean energy. The successful candidate will work closely with teams to develop delivery programmes and enhance construction performance, with desirable skills in civil engineering and planning software. Competitive benefits and flexible working options are available, contributing to impactful infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Smart working with flexibility

25 days paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Qualifications

• A degree, HND or similar equivalent in a civil engineering or construction subject is desirable.
• Experience of planning services within large complex environments within the construction industry.
• Good experience in scheduling tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of the delivery programme.
• Recommend mitigation measures on areas of forecast critical programme slippage.
• Assist with programme updates with respect to performance during the construction period.

Skills

Planning services experience

Scheduling tools proficiency

Understanding construction methods

Civil engineering background

Relevant CSCS Card

Education

Degree or HND in civil engineering or construction

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

ASTA

Job description

About the role

The Planner will support the CWA Enabling and Earthworks Geotechnical Section Planning Lead and the Section Lead. This role will provide a key link between the supply chain delivering the works, the requirements of the PAA programme, the CWA team managing the works and the PMO. Be part of this 'once in a generation' project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low‑carbon electricity. The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O'Rourke. We are more than just an alliance, we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide.

What you'll be doing

• Assist with the development of the delivery programme. Including close working and co-ordination with Senior Planner, delivery teams, supply chain to build up the optimum methodology, sequence, timing, production & resource


• Assist with programme updates with respect to performance during the construction period


• Recommend mitigation measures on areas of forecast critical programme slippage

Who we're looking for

• A degree, HND or similar equivalent in a civil engineering or construction subject is desirable


• Experience of planning services within large complex environments within the construction industry


• Good experience in scheduling tools and software like Primavera P6, MS Project or ASTA


• Understanding of the methods of construction, incl. plant, equipment, and labour requirements


• Relevant CSCS Card

42 hours per week

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.


• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)


• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave


• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at [e-mail]