Senior Planner

Overview

Senior Planning Engineer managing integrated construction schedules, cost, risk and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• earned value
• schedule management
• risk analysis
• cost alignment
• interface management
• progress reporting

Tasks

-Ensure alignment of costs with the programme and resource where necessary -Contribute to capability building and the use of best practice in planning and reporting. -To monitor progress, identify any potential risks and issues and make necessary adjustments. -Arrange timely planning workshops and reviews with the team -Apply Earned Value Management techniques -Challenge and define project assumptions to ensure that plans are realistic and achievable. -Support the project manager to identify options to optimise delivery through resource smoothing, resource levelling and rescheduling of activities. -Provide advice on planning processes and different tools that could be used throughout the lifecycle of the project. -Analyse interfaces and dependencies between projects for different scenarios and recommend appropriate actions where anomalies exist or there are areas of concern -Administer the programme part of the NEC contract, both with the client and with sub-contractors. Assess sub-contractor programmes for acceptance and impact programmes. Prepare impact programmes and narratives for the contract with the client. -Regular interfacing and integration with the project controls team to maintain an aligned financial position with the Project/Programme Plan. -Ensure compliance with quality management systems (internal and external) -Analyse performance data, looking at trends to identify areas for improvement and collaboration, and selecting appropriate methods and tools to resolve them. -Providing monthly progress updates and input into reporting requirements (internal and external) -Co-ordinating and managing, within the integrated schedule all interfaces with other programmes occurring concurrently with the overall client programme -To work with and support the Planning Manager’s and Project Controls lead with project assurance processes such as the Integrated Baseline Reviews and Schedule Peer Reviews. -To work with the team to provide monthly reporting inputs and outputs as per our own and client’s processes and requirements. -Ensure that stakeholder requirements are understood and addressed in reporting arrangements. -Developing and maintaining integrated schedules ensuring interface milestones, WBS, client governance gateways (not exhaustive) are captured correctly. -To input into planning workshops, provide adhoc schedules as required, ensure cost forecast is in alignment with the schedules and input into risk workshops and risk reduction meetings. -To work collaboratively with the supply chain and partners ensuring the integrated schedules are developed and maintained providing the client with confidence. -Support the risk analysis process and integrate the QSRA outputs into the project and/or programme baseline(s). -Planning Tranche 5 works in P6 and also supporting engineers in Aphex. -Analyse schedules and provide critical path analysis and proactively manage activities and milestones and ensuring constructability, phasing and sequencing are embedded in the integrated schedules -Develop breakdown structures, quality criteria, product descriptions and monitoring strategy.

Requirements

• aphex
• primavera
• pmi-sp
• apm qualification
• apmg practitioner
• hnc/hnd

What You Bring

-Substantial project and construction planning experience -Experience of civils, fit-out and M&E construction projects -Use of Aphex planning software -Experience with working on NEC contracts, applying terms and conditions and associated requirements -Strong interpersonal, communication, facilitation and presentation skills and Ability to influence stakeholders -APM Project Management Qualification -Positive and enthusiastic approach and able to work without day to day supervision Airport experience -Primavera (P6) trained and experienced -Experience / understanding in the interpretation of estimating, scheduling, programming and risk tools -The confidence to manage teams and communicate at all levels, driving commitments and improvements to meet commercial and technical objectives and deadlines. -Good written and oral communication including delivery of high quality reports, analysis results and risk management training -Experience in building cost and resource loaded plans -PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) -Experience of quantity tracking -Experience of Earned Value Analysis -Relevant experience in Project Controls and/or Project Delivery, preferably in a highly regulated environment -HNC/HND, degree qualified or experience in a planning related discipline -Excellent MS Office skills -Detailed knowledge of Primavera P6 including use of cost & resources -Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with stakeholders Understanding of budgeting, change control, earned value, risk management and other project controls techniques -APMG International Project Planning and Control Practitioner or equivalent -High level of numeracy and excellent analytical skills

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About Costain Group Plc

-A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK. -Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors. -Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients. -Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure. -Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes. -Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management. -Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.

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