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Senior Planning Engineer

Costain Group Plc

The Role

Overview

Lead planning team to develop, control and report cost‑loaded project schedules using Primavera.

Key Responsibilities

  • earned value
  • baseline control
  • schedule management
  • cost loading
  • work breakdown
  • team coaching

Tasks

-Lead on EVM methodology and practice within the project -Maintain and control project baselines in line with company procedures and guidance, challenging schedule and cost variances against the baseline plan -Develop, control, monitor, analyse and report on schedule related aspects for designated projects with a portfolio -Establish and monitor a cost and resource loaded, logic linked, baseline plan for the project in accordance with EDF processes -Leading, mentoring, and coaching a team of Planning Engineers. -Capture project budgetary costs and resources in the plan to determine time phasing of expenditure and the total project budget -Establish robust Work Breakdown and Project Control Structures in terms of project scope -Facilitate acceptance of and ensure that the project plan embraces the full project work scope, is fit for purpose and is achievable. Regular interfacing and integration with the project controls team to maintain an aligned financial position with the Project Plan

Requirements

  • primavera
  • earned value
  • project controls
  • hnc/hnd
  • line management
  • analytical

What You Bring

-Experience / understanding in the interpretation of estimating, scheduling, programming and risk tools -HNC/HND, degree qualified or experience in a cost related discipline is desirable -Primavera (P6) trained and experienced -Experience / understanding of Earned Value Analysis -Relevant experience in Project Controls and/or Project Delivery, preferably in a highly regulated environment -Experience in building cost and resource loaded plans -Previous Line Management experience -High level of numeracy and excellent analytical skills

The Company

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.

Sector Specialisms

Transport

Water

Energy

Defence

Road

Rail

Integrated Transport

Nuclear

Utilities

Security Clearance

-candidates must obtain and retain security clearance.