Senior Planning and Controls Engineer

Assystem GmbH; West Devon; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Planning and Controls Engineer to spearhead project evaluations and build strong client relationships. This dynamic role involves developing comprehensive project structures, managing timelines, and ensuring milestones are met while collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree, extensive civils and highways planning experience, and proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Excel. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation, and make a significant impact on major infrastructure projects while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in civils/highways planning and major infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of EVM and project reporting essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation of project timelines and correlate cost/risk assessments.
• Develop cost/resource loaded programmes and monitor progress.

Skills

Civils / Highways Planning

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Client facing

Cost Loading P6

Exceptional communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Excel

Primavera P6

Job description

We are looking for a driven, adaptable Senior Planning and Controls Engineer who has excellent technical skills and can build strong working relationships with clients and project teams.

Job Description

Lead the evaluation of the project time for the relevant programme of works and correlate cost and risk assessments.

This function accountability shall include, but are not limited to:

• Developing the programme structure, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), calendars and dates to be used, aligned with the Cost Break Down Structure (CBS)
• Develop cost and resource loaded programmes during submission in accordance with the required delivery milestones.
• Ensuring the programme meets all required access dates, milestones and key dates.
• Contribute to assessing programme risks
• Progress monitoring and regular updating of the programme.
• Liaise with different stakeholders and other works packages to communicate the agreed construction planning approach and share best practices, innovation, and continuous improvement.

My profile

Experience / Key Skills:

• Civils / Highways Planning experience
• Earned Value Management in P6
• Cost Loading P6
• Client facing

Must-haves:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience working on major infrastructure & construction projects
• Strong working knowledge of MS Excel & Primavera P6
• Solid understanding of EVM & Project Reporting
• Exceptional communication – you must be able to explain technical concepts clearly
• Ability to work effectively under pressure & meet deadlines

Good to have:

• Experience working for a consultancy

Project: SZC Enabling / Civil works Two Village Bypass and Sizewell C link Road

Start Dates: From mid-March, Remote but being able to travel to Midlands (Birmingham / Leicester). Around early May, 3 days a week in Suffolk.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.