Project Planning Specialist

2 months ago


Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

About Uniper

Uniper is a leading energy company that is transforming the world of energy while ensuring security of energy supply. Our diverse teams work in an international environment with flexible working hours. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. We offer a wide range of creative and innovative ideas, flexible working arrangements, and home office equipment. Through regular training and workshops, we support our employees in highlighting their individual potential, achieving their personal goals, and reaching their ambitions.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Project Scheduler to support the development and execution of Energy Asset Projects at Uniper. The successful candidate will work across functions to create and maintain schedules for managing projects on a day-to-day basis. This is a high-profile position and is integral to the successful development and expansion of our project capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain detailed logic-linked and cost- and resource-loaded schedules for Asset Projects.
  • Prepare and track schedules taking into account all project phases (engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover to the client).
  • Monitor progress, report, and identify schedule risks, review project milestones, and develop corrective actions (analyses, critical path analysis, MTA, percentage of completion, earned value analyses, etc.).
  • Use a variety of scheduling and schedule risk software, e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, including interfaces with associated software, e.g., Primavera Risk Analysis, or Safran.
  • Use the schedule to support resource planning activities and identify and manage resources.
  • Work with and challenge the project team, suppliers, and contractors (EPC and lots) to obtain the information necessary to maintain the project schedule.
  • Analyze contractor schedules, assist site teams in creating weekly look-aheads, and monitor construction progress, and advise on delay claims with respect to schedule.
  • Assess critical paths and constraints to determine the effect of changes on the schedule, identifying possible workarounds to mitigate impacts.
  • Monitor schedule progress and performance to identify and escalate developing problem areas.
  • Review, reconcile, optimize, monitor, and benchmark in-house and external schedules, as well as detailed schedule-related construction processes (such as those from construction companies, etc.).

Requirements

  • Academic qualification in science or engineering, with chartership or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive experience of project scheduling on Energy Asset Projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of project planning and scheduling techniques, methods, and application of schedule control tools.
  • In-depth knowledge of project management tools and systems, including MS Project, Primavera P6, and risk management packages.
  • Strong conceptual and analytical skills and the ability to succinctly present complex topics.
  • Self-assured and clear communication skills in an international environment and the ability to exert effective influence at all levels.
  • Able to develop and manage effective working relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, developing solutions that meet the project objectives.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a projects business.
  • Owner-oriented mentality.
  • Appreciation of cultural differences.
  • Willingness to travel and work away from home.
  • Fluent in English.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • Personal development and learning opportunities.
  • Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions.
  • 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
  • Electric vehicle charging at our sites.
  • In-house Occupational Health Services.
  • Company-funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service.
  • Performance-related benefits.
  • Access to a range of flexible benefits, such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work, Health Care Cash plan, or buy and sell extra holiday.
  • Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    About the RoleWe are Uniper, a leading energy company, and we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Scheduler to join our team. As a Senior Project Scheduler, you will play a critical role in supporting the development and execution of our energy asset projects.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate and maintain detailed project schedules, including logic-linked...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    About the RoleWe are Uniper, a leading energy company, and we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Scheduler to join our team. As a Senior Project Scheduler, you will play a critical role in supporting the development and execution of our energy asset projects.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate and maintain detailed project schedules, including logic-linked...

  • Process Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    Uniper's Growth Engineering team is responsible for enabling decarbonization projects, green customer solutions, and security of supply topics within the company. As a key member of this team, you will engage in technical concept development and engineering design in close cooperation with business lines and partners.The purpose of this role is to support...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    Join Uniper's Team as a Gas Turbine Combustion SpecialistUniper, a leading owner and operator of energy assets, is seeking a highly skilled Gas Turbine Combustion Specialist to support its energy transition goals. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the development of low-carbon projects and provide expertise in gas turbine combustion to...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    Join Uniper's Team as a Gas Turbine Combustion SpecialistUniper, a leading owner and operator of energy assets, is seeking a highly skilled Gas Turbine Combustion Specialist to support its energy transition goals. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the development of low-carbon projects and provide expertise in gas turbine combustion to...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom https:www.energyjobline.comsitemap Full time

    As a leading energy company, Uniper is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 for its European operations. To support this goal, we are seeking a Gas Turbine Specialist to join our team.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide expertise in gas turbine combustion to existing operational assetsSupport the development of Uniper's low carbon projectsWork closely...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Gas Turbine Combustion Specialist to join our team at Uniper. As a leading owner and operator energy company, we are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 for our European operations. This exciting opportunity will support our energy transition by providing expertise in gas turbine combustion to...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    About UniperUniper is a leading owner and operator of energy assets, committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 for its European operations. We are proactively transforming the energy landscape while ensuring security of energy supply.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Gas Turbine Combustion Specialist to join our team. The successful...

  • Process Engineer

    1 week ago


    Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    Uniper's Growth Engineering team is responsible for enabling decarbonization projects, green customer solutions, and security of supply topics within the company. As part of this role, you will engage in technical concept development and engineering design in close cooperation with business lines and partners.The purpose of this role is to support the...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Gas Turbine Combustion Engineer to join our team at Uniper. As a leading owner and operator of energy assets, we are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 for our European operations. This exciting opportunity will support our energy transition efforts and contribute to the development of low-carbon...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Gas Turbine Combustion Engineer to join our team at Uniper. As a leading owner and operator of energy assets, we are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 for our European operations. This exciting opportunity will support our energy transition efforts and contribute to the development of low-carbon...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom https:www.energyjobline.comsitemap Full time

    Join Our Team as a Gas Turbine Combustion SpecialistAt Uniper, we are committed to transforming the world of energy while ensuring security of supply. Our corporate culture is built on equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. As a leading owner and operator of energy companies, we strive to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040 for our European...

  • Document Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    Job Title: Document ManagerWe are Uniper, a leading energy company, and we are seeking a skilled Document Manager to join our team. As a Document Manager, you will play a critical role in the development and execution phases of our energy asset projects.Key Responsibilities:Support the administration and optimization of our company-wide document management...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Gas Turbine Combustion Engineer to join our team at Uniper. As a leading owner and operator energy company, we are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 for our European operations.The successful candidate will provide expertise in gas turbine combustion to our existing operational assets and support...

  • Process Engineer

    3 weeks ago


    Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    About UniperUniper is a leading international energy company that is proactively transforming the world of energy while ensuring security of energy supply. Our company culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. We work in diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees.Job SummaryWe...

  • Process Engineer

    3 weeks ago


    Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    About UniperUniper is a leading international energy company that is proactively transforming the world of energy while ensuring security of energy supply. Our company culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. We work in diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees.Job SummaryWe...

  • Process Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Uniper Full time

    At Uniper, we are committed to transforming the world of energy while ensuring security of supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in diverse teams with flexible working arrangements. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. We offer a supportive working environment that enables you to...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Astute People Full time

    Electrical Field-Based EngineerEarn up to £84,000 starting salary, with 12% pension, private medical, and a company car. Astute's Power team is recruiting an Electrical Engineer for a leading Power Company, involving travel across UK sites.Key Responsibilities:Manage your own scope of work on HV switchgear, generators, transformers, and motorsExecute site...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Astute People Full time

    Electrical Field Based EngineerCompetitive Salary and Benefits PackageAstute People's Power team is seeking an Electrical Field Based Engineer to join a leading Power Company, with a starting salary of up to £84,000, including a 12% pension, private medical, and a company car.Key Responsibilities:Manage your own scope of work on HV switchgear, generators,...


  • Ratcliffe on Soar, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Astute People Full time

    Electrical Engineer OpportunityEarn a competitive salary of up to £84,000, with a generous benefits package including a 12% pension, private medical insurance, and a company car. Our Power team at Astute People is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to work on high-voltage switchgear, generators, transformers, and motors across various UK sites.Key...