Senior Project Scheduler

Computer Futures; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Project Scheduler to oversee energy asset projects. This role emphasizes developing and maintaining detailed schedules while working closely with project teams. Candidates must possess a degree in engineering and extensive experience in project scheduling tools like Primavera P6. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed, logic-linked, cost and resource-loaded schedules.
• Prepare and track schedules for all project phases.
• Monitor progress, report on schedule risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform critical path analysis, earned value analysis, and schedule risk assessments.
• Collaborate with project teams, suppliers, and contractors.

Skills

Detailed scheduling

Schedule tracking

Critical path analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Stakeholder influence

Fluent English

Education

Degree in engineering or science or equivalent experience

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Scheduler to support the development and execution of energy asset projects. This is a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope. You will work closely with project teams and stakeholders to create, maintain, and monitor detailed schedules across all phases of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed, logic-linked, cost and resource-loaded schedules.
• Prepare and track schedules for all project phases: engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Monitor progress, report on schedule risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform critical path analysis, earned value analysis, and schedule risk assessments.
• Use scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and associated risk analysis software.
• Collaborate with project teams, suppliers, and contractors to gather and validate schedule data.
• Analyse contractor schedules and assist site teams with weekly look-aheads.
• Advise on delay claims and schedule impacts.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in engineering or science (or equivalent experience).
• Extensive experience in project scheduling for energy asset projects.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and risk management tools.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Fluent in English.

Desirable

• Knowledge of energy technologies (fossil, renewable, novel).
• Project management qualification.
• International project experience.