SENIOR PROJECT PLANNER x 2 - BRISTOL

ARCA Resourcing Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the automotive and aerospace sectors is seeking Senior Project Planners to join their dynamic team in Bristol. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge motion simulation projects for leading F1 and motorsport companies. The successful candidates will collaborate with technical experts to ensure project planning activities are executed on time. If you have a degree in engineering or equivalent experience, along with strong skills in project planning and scheduling, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment. Join a world-class team and make a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent project planning experience required.
• Experience in project planning and scheduling is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans and master schedules with technical teams.
• Conduct schedule risk analysis and manage reporting to management.

Skills

Project Planning

Scheduling

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Ability to Work in High Pressure Environments

Education

Degree in Engineering or Equivalent

Tools

OPC

Open Plan

P6

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

Job description

Roles: Senior Project Planner (Engineering projects) - Bristol

Market: Automotive / F1 / Aero

Location: Bristol

Salary: £Competitive salary plus benefits

ARCA is partnered with a rapidly scaling, world class motion simulation business seeking to expand its operations team.

We are looking to recruit two experienced and enthusiastic Project Planners. The successful candidates will work within a team of technical experts who specialise in the design, build and commissioning of world class motion simulators. You will be responsible for assuring that all projects planning activities are delivered on time, working closely with the Technical Project Managers. Your duties will include:

• Working with technical teams to develop project plans and master summary schedules
• Undertaking schedule risk analysis and applying schedule risk as required
• Undertaking schedule status, forecast and analysis against critical path milestones
• Reporting to management and developing schedule recovery plans
• Understanding resource vs. schedule impacts and reporting accordingly.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high technology business which are working some of the biggest F1 and motorsport companies.

Essential Skills & experience:

• A degree qualification (engineering discipline preferable) or equivalent project planning experience
• Experienced in project planning and scheduling
• Familiarity with scheduling tools including OPC, Open Plan or P6, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and SharePoint.
• A logical approach to approaching tasks and solving problems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Collaboration and Engagement skills
• Ability to work in a high pressure dynamic environment

If the above is of interest, then please apply with a copy of your CV and we will be in touch to discuss the companies and roles with you.