Purpose of the job

The Project Planner is the ‘organiser’ of a project or projects. The Planner sets out, monitors, maintains and updates the project plan/programme in coordination with all stakeholders of the project. The Planner provides information to the Project Management and Design Management teams on project progress to both critical path and project milestones. The Planner works closely with the Project Services team in monitoring programme KPI’s e.g. Earned Value.

Reports to

Head of Discipline

Key Accountabilities

·        Draft programmes in conjunction with the Project team for approval by the Project Manager

·        Discuss & agree resources and timescales with the Project Manager

·        Ensure all activities within the Project scope of work are included in programmes

·        Issue programmes of work in accordance with Document Control system

·        Gather information from design team, subcontractors, client for progress reporting purposes

·        Responsible for updating the project plan throughout the project lifetime

·        Maintain cause and effect records in liaison with the Project Manager

·        Regularly update the project resource plan and discuss peaks and troughs with the Project Manager

·        Manage progress reporting against the programme

·        Pursue sub-contractors’ programmes & ensure alignment with those of the project

·        Operate change control in line with the Project contract requirements

·        Recommend delivery and sequencing strategies to the Project Manager based on project knowledge

·        Recommend internal Project Control Process Improvements and undertake quality checks

Provide client performance data and reports as required
Occupational Skills and Knowledge

·         A qualification within either an engineering or related field.

·         P6 related qualification

Duties and Requirements

·         PC literate in Microsoft Office suite

·         Knowledge of using Project Planning software (Primavera) is required.  SC or DV level security clearance is preferred though not essential. DV Security Clearance will be sponsored by the Company and all candidates MUST be eligible for DV clearance

·         Demonstrable competence gained in a planning/scheduling role

·         Ideally, a depth of experience will have been gained within a construction industry incorporating at least either civil, electrical or mechanical engineering disciplines

·         Experience of working within a project delivery environment is essential

·        Full knowledge of the Project Lifecycle is essential

Why Nuvia

Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.